Table 2.
Comparison of screening for PCOS-associated comorbidities across three pediatric specialties
| Pediatric Endocrinology (n=60) n, % | Adolescent Medicine (n=61) n, % | Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (n=60) n, % | p value* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 28 (47) | 13 (21) | 24 (40) | 0.011 |
| Insulin resistance | 58 (97) | 46 (75) | 53 (88) | 0.001 |
| Type 2 diabetes | 58 (97) | 43 (70) | 50 (83) | 0.006 |
| Hyperlipidemia | 48 (80) | 41 (67) | 41 (68) | 0.224 |
Comparison across specialties was analyzed by chi square testing. Significance defined as p<.0125 due to multiple comparisons.