Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder that has been associated with multiple adverse pregnancy outcomes. This retrospective study compares pregnancy outcomes between women diagnosed with PCOS and those without the condition, to elucidate the potential impact of PCOS on maternal and neonatal health. This study reviewed medical records of 120 women (60 diagnosed with PCOS and 60 without PCOS) who delivered at a single tertiary care center between 2015 and 2020. Outcomes assessed included the prevalence of gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders and preterm birth. Statistical analysis was performed using chi‐square tests to compare outcomes between the two groups. The study found that 38.3% of women with PCOS experienced gestational diabetes compared to 46.7% of non‐PCOS women. Hypertensive disorders were observed in 48.3% of the PCOS group versus 51.7% in the non‐PCOS group. Additionally, preterm births occurred in 58.3% of the PCOS group compared to 53.3% of the control group. None of these differences reached statistical significance (P>0.05). Although not statistically significant, the trends observed suggest a slight increase in the rate of preterm births and a decrease in gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders in women with PCOS compared to those without. The findings highlight the complexity of PCOS impacts on pregnancy and underscore the need for targeted prenatal care and further research with larger, more diverse populations.
How to cite this article:
R.S. Kruthika and Thahseen Fathima Mudhol. Comparison of Pregnancy Outcomes in Women with and without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Retrospective Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.549.553
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.549.553