Nurse-Led E-Health Program on Evidence Based Holistic Lifestyle Modification for young women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is not classified as a disease but rather a collection of symptoms that can differ among individuals. The global prevalence of this syndrome varies between 2.2% and 26%, influenced by the diagnostic criteria used and the specific population under examination. In India, there have been limited studies on the prevalence of PCOS. According to the available data, the incidence of PCOS in India is estimated to be between 3.7% and 22.5%. Consequently, the researcher aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led e-health program that incorporates evidence-based holistic lifestyle modifications on the quality of life for both normal and overweight young women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome. Study Type: Mixed methods study. Sampling Method: Phase 1 – Convenience Sampling. Phase 2 – Randomized stratified sampling. Sample Size: Phase 1 – until data saturation is reached. Phase 2 – A total of 240 young women with polycystic ovary syndrome will be included. Each intervention group will consist of 60 subjects, and an additional 60 subjects will be included in each control group, all recruited from the outpatient departments of selected hospitals in Raipur, Bhilai, and Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh. Anticipated Outcome: The nurse-led e-health program, which focuses on evidence-based holistic lifestyle modifications, is expected to enhance the quality of life for normal and overweight young women with polycystic ovary syndrome when compared to no intervention.