Key result
Approximately 28% of college students aged 18-20 years were found to be at high risk of developing PCOS, with 85% of these cases experiencing oligomenorrhea.
Why the study?
Polycystic ovary syndrome is rising among adolescent and young women, and early diagnosis is needed for prompt intervention to prevent immediate and chronic cardiometabolic and reproductive consequences.
Cross-Sectional
A high prevalence (28%) of high-risk PCOS was observed among college students in Kolkata, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and lifestyle interventions.
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Supports PCOS screening awareness in young women; leaves open longitudinal validation and intervention trials.
Bandyopadhyay et al. (2020) conducted a cross-sectional in Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) vs. Normal females was evaluated on Prevalence of high risk of developing PCOS. Approximately 28% of college students aged 18-20 years were found to be at high risk of developing PCOS, with 85% of these cases experiencing oligomenorrhea.
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