Rare Conditions of Hyperandrogenism Through Lifespan: A Case Series

    January 2025 in “ Case Reports in Endocrinology ”
    Maria Apostolopoulou, Robert Taayedi, Cosmin-Paul Sarac, Frank Demtröder
    Studysummary This paper discusses four rare causes of hyperandrogenism in women, emphasizing the importance of detailed biochemical testing and invasive diagnostic tools when imaging fails to identify ovarian tumors.
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