Urology-Related Conditions Should Not Be Overlooked in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia

Letter to Editor

Urology-Related Conditions Should Not Be Overlooked in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia. 2021;43(10):793-793

DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1736552

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Dear Editor,

It has been documented that women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may suffer from sequelae that can surpass the obstetrics and gynecology armamentarium. For example, Shah and Rasool gathered data from the literature showing clear evidence that PCOS is associated with an increased risk of developing type-2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia, endometrial cancer, and subclinical atherosclerosis. Therefore, screening for these disorders at the initial contact with these patients, as well as periodically, is recommended.

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