Article
Positive effects of early androgen therapy on the behavioral phenotype of boys with 47,XXY.
American journal of medical genetics. Part C, Seminars in medical genetics - 1 Jun 2015
Samango-Sprouse Carole, Stapleton Emily J, Lawson Patrick, Mitchell Francie, Sadeghin Teresa, Powell Sherida, Gropman Andrea L
Abstract excerpt
47, XXY occurs in up to 1 in 650 male births and is associated with androgen deficiency, neurodevelopmental delays, and atypical social-behaviors. Previously, we showed that young boys with 47, XXY who received early hormonal therapy (EHT) had significantly improved neurodevelopment. The objective of this follow-up study was to examine the effects of EHT on social behavior in boys with 47, XXY. The study...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
