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JCPSP-Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. 2008; 18 (6): 378-379
in English
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ABSTRACT
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia [CAH] is caused by congenital insufficiency of the enzyme 21 - hydroxylase [21-OHD] in the cortisol synthesis pathway. Because of the virilizing effects of androgens over-production, affected girls develop clitoral hypertrophy. Three patients with CAH are discussed below along with their surgical management and follow-up