Department of Radiography and Radiation Science, Gregory University Uturu, Nigeria
Research Article
Prevalence Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (Pcos) In Women Of Child Bearing Age Within Port Harcourt Metropolis In Nigeria Using Sonographic Evaluation.
Author(s): Keung Florence M
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in women of child-bearing age is one of the most
common causes of primary and secondary infertility, and may often be associated with
other health or social issues. The prevalence however, varies among age group and
geographical area. Ultrasound plays an important role in the initial evaluation and
follow-up treatment of patients with PCOS. This study was to evaluate the prevalence
of polycystic ovarian syndrome based on the sonographic survey of the ovaries of 200
women of childbearing ages of 13-51 years in Port Harcourt metropolis in Nigeria. This
was a retrospective study for a period of twelve months from two hospitals.
Results: A total of 33 women (16.5%) were diagnosed with PCOS. Ages 27-31 years
had the highest occurrence of polycystic ovarian syndrome (18 cases 9%). The most
common clinical.. View More»
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