title: Polycystic ovary syndrome: aetiology and management.
abstract: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogeneous condition with a range of clinical, endocrine and metabolic manifestations. Because the aetiology of PCOS is still unclear, it is necessary to develop a management orientated approach to the condition, depending upon the individual patient's needs.
authors.affiliation: Nuffield Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Harrington
authors.forename: A H
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Balen
mesh_terms: D000726:Androgen Antagonists / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004038:Diet, Reducing; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010062:Ovulation Induction; D011085:Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D012307:Risk Factors
chemical_list: D000726:Androgen Antagonists