Clinical Utility of GnRH Analogues in Female Androgen Excess: Highlighting Diagnostic and Therapeutic Applications

    September 2023 in “ JCEM case reports ”
    L. Austin Doyle, Leanne Cussen, Tara McDonnell, Michael O’Reilly
    Studysummary This case series observed the efficacy of GnRH analogues in diagnosing and treating various forms of ovarian hyperandrogenism, illustrating their role in symptom management without surgery, particularly for benign conditions and refractory androgen excess.
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