Endocrine Abstracts

PCOS is common and heterogeneous with reproductive, metabolic, dermatological and psychological features. Presentation is often in adolescence, yet diagnosis delays are common internationally, with patient dissatisfaction with care, inadequate provided information and resources and evidence of long-term health impacts. Gaps in clinician and patient knowledge are demonstrated, as are inconsistencies in care. The Australian Centre for Research Excellence in PCOS, funded to drive research and translation, has partnered with leading international societies including ESE and ESPE among 40 organisations. Together we have updated the International Evidence-based Guideline for Assessment and Management in PCOS and included a focus on the adolescent life stage. The Guideline was developed and updated using world’s best practice processes leveraging an international network across six continents and widespread engagement and international partnership to drive awareness, patient self-management, improved, evidence-based practices and better health outcomes in PCOS. Here we will cover updated evidence in adolescents, apply this through a number of case studies on diagnosis and management and explore priority areas for research and care moving forward.