Polycystic ovary syndrome/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Polycystic ovary syndrome.

Endocrine condition characterized by the accumulation of numerous cysts on the ovaries associated with high male hormone levels, chronic anovulation, and other metabolic disturbances, that affects approximately 5% of all women.