scholarly journals Development and validation of a guideline on sexual and reproductive health services for polycystic ovary syndrome in Iran: a mixed-methods study protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehri Kalhor ◽  
Eesa Mohammadi ◽  
Shadab Shahali ◽  
Leila Amini ◽  
Lida Moghaddam-Banaem
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
Ovary Syndrome

Abstract Background Sexual and reproductive health (SRH) is an important aspect of women's health. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common disease among women and has long-term negative effects on women’s health. Evidence shows that polycystic ovary syndrome has different impacts on SRH needs among women. The aim of this study is to design and validate an SRH services guideline for healthcare providers in treating women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Methods The guideline will be developed and validated using an exploratory sequential mixed-methods approach in three phases based on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) model: (1) scoping phase (describing the SRH needs of women with polycystic ovary syndrome from the results of both review and qualitative studies); (2) development phase (developing a primary guideline for SRH services); (3) validation phase (validation of the guideline will be performed by a panel of experts and stakeholders using the AGREE [Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation] tool). Discussion A specific and practical guideline on the SRH of Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome will be developed, which will be compatible with their specific needs and culture, considering the limited resources available. It will help service providers identify and address the specific needs of women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Consensus on women’s health aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): the Amsterdam ESHRE/ASRM-Sponsored 3rd PCOS Consensus Workshop Group

2012 ◽  
Vol 97 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-38.e25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bart C.J.M. Fauser ◽  
Basil C. Tarlatzis ◽  
Robert W. Rebar ◽  
Richard S. Legro ◽  
Adam H. Balen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Ovary Syndrome

scholarly journals Consensus on women's health aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
B. C. J. M. Fauser ◽  
B. C. Tarlatzis ◽  
R. W. Rebar ◽  
R. S. Legro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Ovary Syndrome

scholarly journals Women’s experiences of diagnosis and management of polycystic ovary syndrome: a mixed-methods study in general practice

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (694) ◽  
pp. e322-e329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah C Hillman ◽  
Carol Bryce ◽  
Rachel Caleychetty ◽  
Jeremy Dale
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
General Practice ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Women's Experiences

BackgroundPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common lifelong metabolic condition with serious associated comorbidities. Evidence points to a delay in diagnosis and inconsistency in the information provided to women with PCOS.AimTo capture women’s experiences of how PCOS is diagnosed and managed in UK general practice.Design and settingThis was a mixed-methods study with an online questionnaire survey and semi-structured telephone interviews with a subset of responders.MethodAn online survey to elicit women’s experiences of general practice PCOS care was promoted by charities and BBC Radio Leicester. The survey was accessible online between January 2018 and November 2018. A subset of responders undertook a semi-structured telephone interview to provide more in-depth data.ResultsA total of 323 women completed the survey (average age 35.4 years) and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 women. There were five key themes identified through the survey responses. Participants described a variable lag time from presentation to PCOS diagnosis, with a median of 6–12 months. Many had experienced mental health problems associated with their PCOS symptoms, but had not discussed these with the GP. Many were unable to recall any discussion about associated comorbidities with the GP. Some differences were identified between the experiences of women from white British backgrounds and those from other ethnic backgrounds.ConclusionFrom the experiences of the women in this study, it appears that PCOS in general practice is not viewed as a long-term condition with an increased risk of comorbidities including mental health problems. Further research should explore GPs’ awareness of comorbidities and the differences in PCOS care experienced by women from different ethnic backgrounds.

scholarly journals LAPAROSCOPY FOR THE RECOVERY OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IN WOMEN WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 30-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. N. Medvedevа ◽  
A. B. Khuraseva ◽  
K. S. Svyatchenko ◽  
T. A. Biryukova
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Ovary Syndrome
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