Polycystic ovary syndrome and diabetes screening: a survey of gynecologists and reproductive endocrinologists

Reproductive Endocrinologists’ Utilization of Genetic Counselors for Oncofertility and Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) Treatment of BRCA1/2 Mutation Carriers

“…The limited responses made it difficult to make data comparisons. However, the response rate is comparable with the 10.2–20.0 % response rate range of previous studies that have surveyed similar populations (Abdel-Rahman et al 2012; Freedman et al 2013; Tambor et al 1993). …”

Polycystic ovary syndrome in Central Australia: Diagnosis and screening of cardiometabolic risk and emotional wellbeing

“…A study in the US of women with PCOS under specialist care demonstrated similar findings, with most women being screened at diagnosis but approximately half receiving no further screening, suggesting barriers exist to implementation of regular, ongoing screening for diabetes. 10 Screening rates in this study were generally lower than those reported in the Torres Strait, 6 suggesting that, with appropriate support, increased delivery of recommended care is achievable. One way of improving screening rates for T2DM in this high-risk population is to use glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) testing rather than OGTT.…”

Differences in the Management of Adolescents with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome across Pediatric Specialties

“…Despite clear guidelines for adults, very little research has evaluated the management practices for PCOS during the adolescent period. 12 Several surveys have suggested that even among the same specialty, that there is no consensus for the evaluation and management of adolescents with PCOS. [10][11][12] Our data corresponds with prior research and extends this beyond a single specialty to demonstrate that across specialties there are also differences in the management of PCOS.…”

“…12 Several surveys have suggested that even among the same specialty, that there is no consensus for the evaluation and management of adolescents with PCOS. [10][11][12] Our data corresponds with prior research and extends this beyond a single specialty to demonstrate that across specialties there are also differences in the management of PCOS. Some of these differences may be driven by greater comfort levels with metabolic concerns versus reproductive health concerns among PEndo providers compared to other types of providers.…”

“…Furthermore, a survey of reproductive endocrinologists and gynecologists designed to assess the frequency of screening for diabetes in PCOS found a higher rate of screening for diabetes by reproductive endocrinologists than gynecologists. 12 No study has reviewed primary sources to assess potential differences in the use of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions across subspecialties.…”