Long-term outcomes of congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency: a retrospective study from a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia
short stature, obesity, and menstrual irregularities are highly prevalent in females, whereas TARTs are common in males. Although metabolic and bone health outcomes are generally favorable, the variability in hormonal control and its associated complications underscores the need for individualized glucocorticoid therapy. Continuous monitoring and improved treatment strategies are essential for optimizing the quality of life of patients with CAH.
Authors
- Haneen Aldalaan
- Mohamed H. Al‐Hamed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7207-6122)
- Raghad Alhuthil (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6677-0452)
- Maha Almslam
- Afaf Alsagheir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1844-4377)
- Nujud M Alghamdi
Institutions
- King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (SA)
- King Saud Medical City (SA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Endocrinology
- Published
- 2025-04-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2025.1512161
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.81