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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) arises from genetic enzyme defects, often in CYP21A2, causing primary adrenal insufficiency. In this case report, a man in his late 20s with lifelong CAH faced challenges in adhering to medication. Suboptimal treatment led to the development of testicular adrenal rest tumours, diagnosed by ultrasound, and hypogonadism. Enhanced adherence restored hormone levels, promoting eugonadism. Adherence plays a crucial role in diminishing tumour size and preventing complications, potentially necessitating orchiectomy in severe cases.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:186

Enthalten in:

Ugeskrift for laeger - 186(2024), 11 vom: 11. März

Sprache:

Dänisch

Weiterer Titel:

Testicular tumours in adrenogenital syndrome

Beteiligte Personen:

Thomsen, Henrik Holm [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

CYP21A2 protein, human
Case Reports
EC 1.14.14.16
English Abstract
Journal Article
Steroid 21-Hydroxylase

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Date Completed 28.03.2024

Date Revised 11.04.2024

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.61409/V12230794

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM370234162