UK Guidance on Evaluating Disorders of Sex Development in Infants and Adolescents
Author Information
Author(s): S. Faisal Ahmed, John C. Achermann, Wiebke Arlt, Adam Balen, Gerry Conway, Zoe Edwards, Sue Elford, Ieuan A. Hughes, Louise Izatt, Nils Krone, Harriet Miles, Stuart O'Toole, Les Perry, Caroline Sanders, Margaret Simmonds, A. Michael Wallace, Andrew Watt, Debbie Willis
Primary Institution: Royal Hospital for Sick Children, University of Glasgow
Conclusion
The guidance emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach for the assessment and management of disorders of sex development (DSD) in infants and adolescents.
Supporting Evidence
- Disorders of sex development (DSD) can present with atypical genitalia in newborns or atypical sexual development in adolescents.
- A multidisciplinary team is essential for optimal care and management of DSD.
- Early psychological support is crucial for families dealing with DSD.
Takeaway
If a baby or teenager has a problem with their sex development, a team of doctors and specialists should work together to help them and their families understand and manage the situation.
Methodology
The guidance was developed through a consensus process involving various stakeholders, including clinical professionals and patient representatives, and was subject to open external review.
Limitations
The guidance may be influenced by local healthcare provisions and may not cover all aspects of clinical management once a diagnosis is made.
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