A Multidisciplinary Approach to Puberty and Fertility in Girls with Turner Syndrome.
Pediatr Endocrinol Rev
; 14(1): 33-47, 2016 Sep.
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ABSTRACT
Women with Turner Syndrome (TS) have a variety of medical needs throughout their lives; however, the peripubertal years are particularly challenging. From a medical perspective, the burden of care increases during this time due to growth optimization strategies, frequent health screenings, and puberty induction. Psychologically, girls begin to comprehend the long-term implications of the condition, including their diminished fertility potential. Unfortunately, clear guidelines for how to best approach this stage have not been established. It remains to be determined what is the best age to begin treatment; the best compound, dose, or protocol to induce puberty; how, when or what to discuss regarding fertility and potential fertility preservation options; and how to support them to accept their differences and empower them to take an active role in their care. Given the complexity of this life stage, a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes experts in endocrinology, gynecology, and psychology is optimal.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Síndrome de Turner
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Pubertad
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Comunicación Interdisciplinaria
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Fertilidad
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
Límite:
Adolescent
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Child
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Endocrinol Rev
Asunto de la revista:
ENDOCRINOLOGIA
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PEDIATRIA
Año:
2016
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos