Article
Phenotyping and genetic studies of 357 consecutive patients presenting with premature ovarian failure.
European journal of endocrinology - 1 Jul 2009
Bachelot Anne, Rouxel Agnès, Massin Nathalie, Dulon Jérome, Courtillot Carine, Matuchansky Christine, Badachi Yasmina, Fortin Anne, Paniel Bernard, Lecuru Fabrice, Lefrère-Belda Marie-Aude, Constancis Elisabeth, Thibault Elisabeth, Meduri Géri, Guiochon-Mantel Anne, Misrahi Micheline, Kuttenn Frédérique, Touraine Philippe
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Premature ovarian failure (POF) encompasses a heterogeneous spectrum of conditions, with phenotypic variability among patients. The etiology of POF remains unknown in most cases. We performed a global phenotyping of POF women with the aim of better orienting attempts at an etiological diagnosis. DESIGN AND METHODS: We performed a mixed retrospective and prospective study of clinical, biological,...
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