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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 8374664 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Polycystic ovary syndrome, characterized by hyperandrogenism and menstrual irregularities, is a heterogeneous group of disorders that can disrupt normal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian function. Ovarian physiology is reviewed with regard to possible etiologies for excessive androgen secretion. Similar features may be present in errors in steroidogenesis, hyperprolactinemia, androgen-secreting tumors, and Cushing's syndrome. Analysis of the interrelationships between the reproductive axis and carbohydrate metabolism suggests that the associated insulin resistance can induce hyperandrogenism. Improved understanding of the various etiologies may expand the therapeutic options for patients. |
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Authors:
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S F Siegel; P A Lee |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Current opinion in pediatrics Volume: 5 ISSN: 1040-8703 ISO Abbreviation: Curr. Opin. Pediatr. Publication Date: 1993 Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1993-10-15 Completed Date: 1993-10-15 Revised Date: 2005-11-16 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9000850 Medline TA: Curr Opin Pediatr Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 400-6 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Division of Endocrinology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, PA 15213. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Female Humans Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System / physiopathology Ovary / physiopathology Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / etiology, physiopathology*, therapy |
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Curr Opin Pediatr. 1993 Aug;5(4):393-4
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