Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of autosomal recessive disorders affecting
cortisol biosynthesis. Reduced activity of an enzyme required for cortisol production leads to …

Sex differences exist in the incidence and presentation of many pregnancy complications,
including but not limited to pregnancy loss, spontaneous preterm birth, and fetal growth …

Abstract Context and Objective: In Sweden, from 1985 through 1995, 40 fetuses at risk for
congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) were treated with dexamethasone (DEX) to prevent …

The adrenal cortex produces dozens of steroids having varying degrees of glucocorticoid,
mineralocorticoid, and androgenic activity. Cortisol, the principal glucocorticoid, and …

Context: Prenatal dexamethasone (DEX) treatment has been proposed since 1984 to
prevent genital virilization in girls with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). DEX is …

The term 'differences of sex development'(DSD) refers to a group of congenital conditions
that are associated with atypical development of chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical sex …

Objectives To investigate the long-term effects of prenatal treatment of congenital adrenal
hyperplasia (CAH) with emphasis on behavioural problems and temperament. Design A …

Adrenal disorders in pregnancy are relatively rare, yet can lead to significant maternal and
fetal morbidity. Making a diagnosis is challenging as pregnancy may alter the manifestation …

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency is characterized by
cortisol and in some cases aldosterone deficiency associated with androgen excess. Goals …

An adverse intrauterine environment increases the risk of developing various adult-onset
diseases, whose nature varies with the timing of exposure. Maternal undernutrition in …