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Adelina Ameti1, Karim Chouchane1, Enzo Fontana2
1Service d'endocrinologie, diabétologie et métabolisme, Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois, 1011 Lausanne.
Revue Medicale Suisse
|January 17, 2024
Summary
This review highlights 2023 research impacting clinical practice, including fertility preservation for Klinefelter's syndrome, testosterone therapy safety, and new menopause symptom treatments. It also covers updated adrenal incidentaloma guidelines and hyperthyroid treatment options.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive endocrinology
- Endocrinology
- Clinical practice
Context:
- Selection of impactful studies published in 2023.
- Focus on advancements in reproductive endocrinology and clinical practice.
- Addresses key areas including fertility, hormone replacement, menopause, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and thyroid conditions.
Purpose:
- To provide an overview of significant 2023 studies impacting clinical practice.
- To summarize key findings in reproductive endocrinology and related endocrine fields.
- To inform clinicians about updated recommendations and treatment options.
Summary:
- Fertility preservation in Klinefelter's syndrome, cardiovascular safety of testosterone replacement therapy, and fezolinetant for menopause symptoms.
- Updated European guidelines for adrenal incidentalomas.
- Epidemiological confirmation of pituitary adenoma prevalence (1 in 1000) and refined benefit-risk profiles for hyperthyroidism treatments.
Impact:
- These studies and guidelines are expected to significantly modify current clinical practice.
- Provides evidence-based information for improved patient care in endocrinology.
- Highlights advancements in managing hormonal and endocrine conditions.
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