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ea0029p1559 | Steroid metabolism + action | ICEECE2012

Long-term evaluation of cross-sex hormone treatment in transsexual persons

Wierckx K. , Weyers S. , Caenegem E Van , Roef G. , Heylens G. , T'Sjoen G.

Objective: To describe the effects and side effects of cross-sex hormone therapy in both transsexual men and women.Design: Single center cross-sectional study in one hundred transsexual persons post SRS and on average 10 years on cross-sex hormone therapy.Methods: Hormone levels were measured by immunoassays. Physical health was assessed by physical examination and questionnaires on general health and specific side effects, areal b...