Complexities of gender assignment in 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 3 deficiency: is there a role for early orchiectomy? [PDF]
BACKGROUND: 17β-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type-3 (17βHSD-3) deficiency is a rare cause of 46,XY disorders of sex development. The enzyme converts androstenedione to testosterone, necessary for masculinization of male genitalia in utero.
Amy Vallerie +6 more
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Intestinal Atresia in PPP1R12A ‐Related Urogenital and Brain Malformation Syndrome
ABSTRACT PPP1R12A‐related urogenital and brain malformation syndrome (UBMS) is a newly described disorder characterized by congenital anomalies primarily involving the urogenital system and the brain. We describe a preterm female neonate with multiple congenital anomalies, including type IIIb jejunal atresia, incomplete intestinal rotation, imperforate
Adriana Gomes +4 more
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Wide spectrum of NR5A1-related phenotypes in 46,XY and 46,XX individuals [PDF]
Steroidogenic factor 1 (NR5A1, SF-1, Ad4BP) is a transcriptional regulator of genes involved in adrenal and gonadal development and function. Mutations in NR5A1 have been among the most frequently identified genetic causes of gonadal development ...
Achermann, JC +15 more
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An Intronic Variant in CDKN1C Gene Causing IMAGe Syndrome in an Iranian Girl
A novel intronic CDKN1C variant (c.787+4A>T) was identified in an Iranian girl with IMAGe syndrome, expanding its genetic spectrum. This finding highlights the importance of whole‐exome sequencing for diagnosing rare disorders and managing life‐threatening adrenal insufficiency. ABSTRACT Introduction IMAGe syndrome, a rare disorder caused by maternally
Setila Dalili +8 more
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Amenorrhea Due to Defects in Steroid Biosynthesis [PDF]
Amenorrhea as the first manifestation of a steroid biosynthetic defect is rather unusual. The common forms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia are classic examples of steroid biosynthetic defects.
Mathur, Rajesh S., Williamson, H. Oliver
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Approach to the virilizing girl at puberty [PDF]
Virilization is the medical term for describing a female who develops characteristics associated with male hormones (androgens) at any age, or when a newborn girl shows signs of prenatal male hormone exposure at birth.
Aliu, Nijas +7 more
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Society for Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation of Androgen Excess in Women
ABSTRACT Context Androgen excess is common in women and refers to clinical or biochemical evidence of elevated androgenic steroids such as testosterone. It is associated with underlying polycystic ovary syndrome in the majority of cases. However severe androgen excess is less common and may indicate the presence of underlying adrenal or ovarian ...
Yasir S. Elhassan +14 more
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Does a Marriage Really Need Sex?: A Critical Analysis of the Gender Restriction on Marriage [PDF]
This Note discusses the issues surrounding intersex persons and the right to marry. The Comment first discusses the constitutional protection of the right to marry, intersex conditions, and case law regarding intersex, transsexual, and same-sex marriage.
Frankle, Randi E.
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Fraser of cryptophthalmosis syndrome: A case report [PDF]
Fraser or cryptophthalmos syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by major features such as cryptophthalmos, syndactyly, and abnormal genitalia. Consanguinity is reported in 15-24.8% of the cases.
Adibi, B. +3 more
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Polycystic ovary syndrome [PDF]
The document attached has been archived with permission from the editor of the Medical Journal of Australia. An external link to the publisher’s copy is included.Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-20% of women of reproductive age worldwide.
A Corbould +230 more
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