Global prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in women worldwide: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis.

Nader SalariAnisodowleh NankaliAmirhossaien GhanbariSima JafarpourHooman GhasemiSadat DokaneheifardMasoud Mohammadi

Published in: Archives of gynecology and obstetrics (2024)

Based on the results of the present study, the prevalence of PCOS in the world was 9.2% (95% CI: 6.8-12.5%). According to the results of the present study and the high prevalence of PCOS, especially in the Africa continent, it is necessary for health systems to implement measures to timely prevent and treat this syndrome.

Keyphrases

polycystic ovary syndrome
insulin resistance
risk factors
pregnant women
skeletal muscle
adipose tissue
cervical cancer screening
breast cancer risk