Prevalence of Polycystic ovarian disease among undergraduate medical students.
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Abstract
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a prevalent endocrine disruption in women of reproductive age, intertwines androgen excess, anovulation, infertility, and obesity. This study delves into the PCOS prevalence among female medical students.
Methodology Overview:
A meticulous descriptive cross-sectional exploration unfolded amidst the female undergraduates of a tertiary healthcare institution during the window of January 1st to March 31st, 2022. Ethical clearance was secured from the Institutional Review Committee. The sampling calculus was tailored, employing systematic random sampling techniques. The analytical journey was paved using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 22.0. A fresh statistical canvas emerged, adorned with novel point estimates at a 95% Confidence Interval, enlivened by recalibrated frequency and proportion analyses catering to binary data.
Result:
Within a cohort of 420 participants, the prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome manifested in 38 individuals, constituting 9.05% (95% CI: 6.58-11.52). Notably, 88 participants (20.95%) reported extended menstrual cycles, 29 individuals (6.90%) exhibited a tendency for the growth of dark, coarse hair, while 83 participants (19.76%) acknowledged grappling with obesity or overweight concerns. A subtle milky discharge from the nipple was observed in 3 individuals, representing 0.71% of the cohort.
Conclusion:
The detected prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome aligns with findings from akin studies in comparable environments. However, the persisting prevalence underscores the escalating nature of this endocrinological challenge among females in the reproductive age bracket. Emphasizing the urgency for early screening becomes imperative as a preventive measure against potential lifelong complications.