Delayed puberty is a possible complication of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), though the actual incidence is still unknown. In chronic illnesses delayed puberty should be correctly managed since, if untreated, can have detrimental effects on adult height attainment, peak bone mass achievement and psychological health.
A single-centre study on predictors and determinants of pubertal delay and growth impairment in Epidermolysis Bullosa / G. Rodari, S. Guez, S. Salera, F.M. Ulivieri, G. Tadini, M. Brena, E. Profka, F. Giacchetti, M. Arosio, C. Giavoli. - In: PLOS ONE. - ISSN 1932-6203. - 17:9(2022), pp. e0274072.1-e0274072.14. [10.1371/journal.pone.0274072]
A single-centre study on predictors and determinants of pubertal delay and growth impairment in Epidermolysis Bullosa
G. RodariPrimo
;M. Brena;E. Profka;F. Giacchetti;M. ArosioPenultimo
;C. GiavoliUltimo
2022
Abstract
Delayed puberty is a possible complication of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), though the actual incidence is still unknown. In chronic illnesses delayed puberty should be correctly managed since, if untreated, can have detrimental effects on adult height attainment, peak bone mass achievement and psychological health.
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