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November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.
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19 citations,
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18 citations,
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18 citations,
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17 citations,
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17 citations,
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16 citations,
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16 citations,
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15 citations,
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