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Thrombosis Risk in Transgender Adolescents Receiving Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy.
Pediatrics - 1 Apr 2021
Mullins Eric S, Geer Rebecca, Metcalf Megan, Piccola Jeanne, Lane Adam, Conard Lee Ann E, Mullins Tanya L Kowalczyk
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Many transgender youth experience gender dysphoria, a risk factor for suicide. Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) ameliorates this risk but may increase the risk for thrombosis, as seen from studies in adults. The aim with this study was to examine thrombosis and thrombosis risk factors among an exclusively adolescent and young adult transgender population. METHODS: This...
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