Health-related quality of life and gender roles in adolescent girls with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder among women in reproductive age.It affects approximately 5% to 10% females.Signs and symptoms of PCOS include anovulation, hyperandrogenism and the presence of polycystic ovarian morphology.Recent clinical studies confirm that PCOS causes a major reduction in the quality-of--life, psychosocial well-being and sexual satisfaction.The purpose of this article was to conduct a systematic review of health-related quality of life (HRQL) in adolescent girls with PCOS.The syndrome could have a significant negative influence on multiple areas of HRQL in adolescents.Girls with PCOS have lower self-image and poorer interpersonal functioning.Weight difficulties and body perceptions have been considered as the most bothering symptoms.More cross-sectional clinical studies are needed to assess properly an impact of symptoms of PCOS upon HRQL in adolescent girls.Furthermore, it is crucial to lay down a valid and reliable instrument for assessment of quality of life of adolescent with PCOS.