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Introduction and objective:
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common gynecological endocrine disorders affecting women in reproductive age. Hyperandrogenism, oligoovulation, and polycystic ovaries seen on ultrasonography are its defining features. Women affected by PCOS are more susceptible to diabetes and dyslipidemia, as well as mental problems. Regarding the connection between PCOS and mental health, there are presently a number of theories. The aim of this study is to present the current knowledge of psychiatric disorders in women with PCOS, focusing on pathophysiology, molecular etiology and treatment.

Review methods:
A comprehensive literature review was performed using the electronic databases: PubMed, and Google Scholar. Key words, such as: ‘PCOS’, ‘polycystic ovary syndrome’, ‘psychiatric’, ‘psychiatric disorders’ and various combinations of the above were used. The search was limited by the year 2010 for all keywords.

Brief description of the state of knowledge:
It is known that PCOS is linked to an increased prevalence of depression, bipolar disease, anxiety disorder and eating disorder. The literature review shows that the gut-brain axis, neurotransmitter and neuroendocrine dysfunction play significant roles in pathogenesis on the co occurrence of mental diseases and PCOS.

Summary:
Despite the potential socio-economic impact psychiatric disorders may have on PCOS patients and society, only a limited amount of research has been undertaken to investigate this relationship. The need for screening tests for all women with PCOS for mental disorders and adequately treat women diagnosed with these conditions is emphasized.

Maliszewska B, Tokarzewska A, Łasica M, Małyszek M, Łaba Ł, Dziurda S, Łomża-Łaba AW, Łuczyński D. Psychiatric disorders in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. J Pre-Clin Clin Res. 2024; 18(3): 286–292. doi: 10.26444/jpccr/192128
 
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