Polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents with obesity

SUMMARY INTRODUCTION: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women reproductive age with prevalence from 5% to 15%, and PCOS adolescents obesity seems even higher. The weight status significantly associated quality life PCOS. OBJECTIVE: This review aims summarize latest findings pathogenesis, diagnosis, comorbidity, management obesity. METHODS: a narrative articles published PubMed June 2013 2020 Data were searched using key words “polycystic syndrome” AND “adolescent” “obesity.” RESULTS: Pubertal obesity, particularly central could have negative impact on pathophysiology In medical history long-term follow-up for symptoms are essential avoid misdiagnosis. There link between comorbidities adolescents. Holistic treatment concern related should ideally begin as early possible obese once diagnosis confirmed. CONCLUSION: Adolescents need more attention physicians researchers, effective interventions stage critical improve their quality.