Reflections on the clinical diagnosis and management of Turner syndrome

GU Wei; ZHAO Xue

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Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics ›› 2024, Vol. 26 ›› Issue (11) : 1135-1140. DOI: 10.7499/j.issn.1008-8830.2407176

SERIES REVIEW—DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF GROWTH DISORDERS

Reflections on the clinical diagnosis and management of Turner syndrome

GU Wei, ZHAO Xue

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There is a delay in the clinical diagnosis of Turner syndrome (TS), particularly for patients with mosaic karyotypes. This diagnostic delay can hinder age-appropriate treatments and lead to adverse health outcomes. Therefore, it is necessary to explore improvement measures for early diagnosis and treatment plans based on the current clinical situation. Furthermore, as research progresses, the focus of clinical diagnosis and treatment of TS is gradually expanding to multiple aspects, including cardiovascular health, fertility, and transitional care, in order to improve the prognosis and quality of life of the patients. This paper discusses the current clinical status and management key points of TS diagnosis and treatment, aiming to provide insights for improving the management of TS.

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Turner syndrome / Recombinant human growth hormone / Short stature / Cardiovascular disease / Fertility / Child

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GU Wei, ZHAO Xue. Reflections on the clinical diagnosis and management of Turner syndrome[J]. Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics. 2024, 26(11): 1135-1140 https://doi.org/10.7499/j.issn.1008-8830.2407176

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