TURNER SYNDROME PRACTICE GUIDELINES

Authors
DOHERTY L BROWN DM AINSLIE M EUGSTER E HIRSCH B KASHTAN C MORAN A NAGEL T SANE K SAXENA K SHERIDAN K SOCKALOSKY J SPENCER M SUMMERS CG TERNARD C
Citation
L. Doherty et al., TURNER SYNDROME PRACTICE GUIDELINES, The Endocrinologist, 7(6), 1997, pp. 443-447
Citations number
19
Journal title
The Endocrinologist → ACNP
ISSN journal
10512144
Volume
7
Issue
6
Year of publication
1997
Pages
443 - 447
Database
ISI
SICI code
1051-2144(1997)7:6<443:TSPG>2.0.ZU;2-M
Abstract
Turner Syndrome (TS) consists of short stature, a spectrum of karyotyp es and abnormalities of the ovaries, heart, and kidneys, and changes i n the eyes and ears. Reproductive problems, learning disabilities, and psychosocial issues may further compound the care of children and wom en with TS. TS requires lifelong, multispecialty integrated care and g uidance and involvement of the patient and parents with ongoing educat ion and support.