Androgen excess disorders in women; polycystic ovary syndrome and other disorders, 2d ed.1588296636 Androgen excess disorders in women; polycystic ovary syndrome Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Definition Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition characterized by the accumulation of numerous cysts (fluid-filled sacs) on the ovaries associated with high male hormone levels, chronic anovulation (absent ovulation), and other disorders, 2d ed. Ed. by Ricardo Azziz et al. Humana Press Inc. 2006 466 pages $135.00 Hardcover Contemporary endocrinology RG207 Azziz (Center for Androgen Related Disorders, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a world-renowned hospital located in Los Angeles, California. History Cedars-Sinai is the result of a merger in 1961 between two major Los Angeles hospitals, Cedars of Lebanon and Mount Sinai Home for the Incurables, with Steve Broidy as ) presents the latest findings on the etiology, pathophysiology pathophysiology /patho·phys·i·ol·o·gy/ (-fiz?e-ol´ah-je) the physiology of disordered function. path·o·phys·i·ol·o·gy n. 1. , clinical manifestations, genetics, and consequences of androgen excess disorders in women. Coverage encompasses polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS PCOS polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) A condition in which the eggs are not released from the ovaries and instead form multiple cysts. Mentioned in: Oophorectomy, Ovarian Cysts ) as well as nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia, androgen-secreting tumors, severe insulin-resistant hyperandrogenic syndromes, and rare causes of androgen excess and hirsutism Hirsutism Definition Excessive growth of facial or body hair in women is called hirsutism. Description Hirsutism is not a disease. The condition usually develops during puberty and becomes more pronounced as the years go by. . Consideration is given to the long-term consequences of androgen excess and PCOS, including endometrial hyperplasia and carcinoma, infertility, cardiovascular and lipoprotein abnormalities, osteoporosis, and psychosocial problems. Detailed information is provided on methods for diagnosis and treatment. ([c]20062005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR) |
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