ArticleArchives of gynecology and obstetrics2025
Body image and mental health in women with polycystic ovary syndrome-a cross-sectional study.
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- Body image perception and self-esteem in females with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Pooled it
- Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Meta-Analysis.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Resting energy expenditure of women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis.medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences · 2026Article
- Effects of digital health education intervention on stress, anxiety and depression of patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome: study protocol for a single blinded randomized controlled trial.AIMS public health · 2026Article
- The Mediating Effect of Body Appreciation on the Association Between Undiagnosed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Eating Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study Among Lebanese Women.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
- Patient characteristics associated with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and reduced body appreciation in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.Human reproduction (Oxford, England) · 2025Article
- Obesity and dysglycemia independently predict symptom burden but not satisfaction with care in polycystic ovary syndrome: a cross-sectional study.Archives of gynecology and obstetrics · 2025Article
- Visceral and Dysfunctional Adiposity Indices as Predictors of Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Article
- Body image concerns, disordered eating, and negative affect in women with and without gynecological conditions.Women's health (London, England)Article
- The mediating role of body appreciation between injury/illness history and quality of life among retired Japanese female athletes.Women's health (London, England)Article
- Translation, Cross-cultural Adaptation and Validation of Hindi Version of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-quality of Life Scale (PCOSQOL-I) - A Cross-sectional study.Journal of human reproductive sciencesArticle
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Abstract
purposePolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a multifaceted endocrine-metabolic condition affecting around 5-15% of women globally. Despite its prevalence and diverse impact, the psychological aspect of PCOS is often underestimated in clinical settings, leading to significant distress among affected individuals. This study aimed to explore the extent of body image perception disorders, psychological comorbidities, and their influence on the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in women with PCOS. Additionally, we focused on measuring the impact of factors associated with PCOS, particularly obesity, to gain a more comprehensive understanding of their effects.
methodsAn online survey was distributed anonymously to gynecologists, hospitals, and women's clinics across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as through social media platforms to connect with women with PCOS. The survey was conducted from November 14, 2023, to February 05, 2024. HRQOL, anxiety/depression levels, body image and self-esteem were assessed employing the Modified-PCOS-Questionnaire (MPCOSQ), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire Appearance Scales (MBSRQ-AS) and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSE) respectively. Identification of potential confounding variables relied on their plausibility and association with the estimate. Adjusted odds ratios and their respective 95% confidence intervals were computed through regression analysis.
results587 participants fully completed the questionnaire. The study participants were on average 32.5 ± 5.9 years old and had a BMI of 31.3 ± 7.8 kg/m
conclusionOur findings reveal that obesity and a negative body image are interconnected factors that adversely affect both HRQOL and mental health in women with PCOS. Healthcare professionals should recognize the negative effects of obesity and poor body image in patients with PCOS and proactively provide effective treatment options.
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