SynthesisPloS one2020
Adherence to treatment for polycystic ovarian syndrome: A systematic review.
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17 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 32 citations in OpenAlex.
- Effects of Sitagliptin on Metabolic Indices and Hormone Levels in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: a Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) · 2023Pooled it
- HIIT'ing or MISS'ing the Optimal Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of High- Versus Moderate-Intensity Exercise Prescription.Frontiers in physiology · 2021Pooled it
- Understanding barriers to treatment regimen adherence in Pakistani women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a cross sectional study.African health sciences · 2026Article
- Factors associated with medication adherence and perceived treatment barriers among Nepali women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome: A cross- sectional study.Journal of public health research · 2026Article
- Mapping the network structure of anxiety, depression, and sleep symptoms in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Article
- Exploring Psychological Capital, Dyadic Coping, and Ego Depletion in PCOS Patients and Their Spouses: An Actor‒Partner Interdependence Mediation Model.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
- Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Exosome-Induced Vascular Regeneration in a PCOS Mouse Model.Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) · 2025Article
- Implications of Non-compliance in the Management of Chronic Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.Cureus · 2025Article
- Psychological symptoms in perimenarcheal adolescents: association with PCOS risk factors.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025Article
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- Developing a Novel Web-Based Self-Management Support Intervention for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Mixed Methods Study With Patients and Health Care Professionals.JMIR formative research · 2024Article
- Association between self-reported sedentary behavior and health-related quality of life among infertile women with polycystic ovary syndrome.BMC women's health · 2023Article
- Potential of Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Their Secretomes in Decreasing Inflammation Markers in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment: A Systematic Review.Medicines (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Review
- Barriers to treatment regimen adherence in Indian women with polycystic ovarian syndrome.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2022Article
- Genetic construction between polycystic ovarian syndrome and type 2 diabetes.Saudi journal of biological sciences · 2020Review
- The impact of multidisciplinary care on attrition rates in weight management programs for women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a scoping review.Therapeutic advances in reproductive healthArticle
- Digital Twin Technology in Resolving Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Improving Metabolic Health: A Comprehensive Case Study.AACE clinical case reportsArticle
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4 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
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Abstract
backgroundPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most prevalent endocrine disorders of women of reproductive age. Treatment plans for this chronic condition frequently include long-term use of a combination of medication and lifestyle interventions. However, treatment outcomes are dependent on adherence to treatment regimens. This study aimed to systematically review the literature for reported adherence to treatments for PCOS.
methodsA systematic search of Embase, Cochrane, PubMed, CINAHL, PsychINFO, SCOPUS, and International Pharmaceutical Abstracts from inception until January 2019 utilizing the terms PCOS, adherence, and patient compliance was conducted. A total of 179 possible articles were identified.
resultsFourteen articles reporting adherence data were included in the review. Self-report was the most commonly reported method of measuring adherence. Adherence to lifestyle interventions, such as prescribed diets and physical activity, was reported in ten studies and adherence to medications was reported in seven studies, with some reporting both.
conclusionsMinimal data are available regarding factors associated with adherence in patients with PCOS. Diverse methods of adherence assessment are utilized. Future studies of PCOS treatments should effectively assess and report adherence data as it is essential to evaluating the effectiveness of PCOS treatments and is critically needed to guide clinician efforts to facilitate optimal outcomes for patients.
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