The prevalence of heterozygous CYP21A2 deficiency in patients with idiopathic acne, hirsutism, or both

ConclusionsThe prevalence of heterozygousCYP21A2 mutation detected in patients with acne, hirsutism, or both was significantly higher than in the general population. Whether the heterozygous mutation ofCYP21A2 is the cause of clinical symptoms needs further assessment.

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Source: Endocrine - October 10, 2019 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research