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  • Disorders of Sex Development (DSD) encompass a range of conditions affecting sexual development.
  • Swyer syndrome, or 46,XY complete gonadal dysgenesis, is a specific DSD characterized by XY chromosomes but underdeveloped gonads.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathogenesis, diagnosis, management, and long-term outcomes of Swyer syndrome.
  • To highlight recent advancements in understanding the genetic basis of 46,XY gonadal dysgenesis.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on pathogenesis, diagnosis, management, and outcomes.
  • Synthesis of recent discoveries in genetic mutations and their impact on sex development.

Main Results:

  • Identified key genes (SRY, NR5A1, DHH, DAX1, WNT4, MAP3K1) implicated in 46,XY gonadal dysgenesis.
  • Emphasized the complexity of diagnosis and management, necessitating multidisciplinary teams.
  • Highlighted the critical need for early diagnosis due to germ cell tumor risk, recommending bilateral gonadectomy and early sex hormone therapy for pubertal development and bone health.

Conclusions:

  • Further pathogenic gene mutations are anticipated to be discovered.
  • Understanding gene function, interactions, and phenotypic effects will evolve.
  • Long-term follow-up in specialized centers is crucial for affected patients.