Abstract
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is common in the general population. In this paper the author presents the up to date definition of PCOS and PCO. At a joint ASRM/ESHRE consensus meeting, a refined definition of the PCOS was agreed, in which two out of the following are required: (1) oligomenorrhoea or amenorrhoea; (2) clinical and/or biochemical signs of hyperandrogenism; (3) polycystic ovaries, once appropriate tests have been performed to exclude other causes of androgen excess and menstrual disturbance. The definition of a polycystic ovary (PCO) should have at least one of the following: either 12 or more follicles measuring 2–9 mm in diameter or increased ovarian volume (>10 cm3). If there is a follicle >10 mm in diameter, the scan should be repeated at a time of ovarian quiescence in order to calculate volume and area. The presence of a single PCO is sufficient to provide the diagnosis. The distribution of follicles and a description of the stroma are not required in the diagnosis.
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