An international study involving patients diagnosed with PCOS and healthcare professionals from various specialties highlighted the need for better understanding and awareness of the condition's broader features beyond reproductive health. The study revealed a lack of awareness of the associated risks among patients and clinicians in 2015, with significant improvements in knowledge by 2023. The participants advocated for a name change to better reflect the hormonal and systemic nature of the condition, emphasizing the importance of a structured approach and education to improve diagnosis, care, and research while reducing stigma.

Source: eClinicalMedicine