Communication of the diagnosis to Klinefelter subjects: an observational study on a key moment of the patient ’s life

ConclusionTo mitigate the adverse effects of poorly timed and inadequately delivered communication, typically by a single person, it is advisable that such communication be carried out at the onset of adolescence by an interdisciplinary team of HCPs (including psychologists, geneticists, endocrinologists) and parents. The information provided should not solely concentrate on hormonal and fertility aspects, but also consider other factors such as psychological variables.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research