46,XY difference of sex development due to isolated 17,20-lyase deficiency
Synonyms: 46,XY disorder of sex development due to isolated 17,20-lyase deficiency
A rare difference of sex development due to reduced 17,20-lyase activity that affects individuals with 46,XY karyotype and is characterized by female or atypical external genitalia with reduced phallic size hypospadias incomplete fusion of the labioscrotal swellings cryptorchidism and a blind vaginal pouch. Blood pressure and electrolytes are normal whilst hormonal investigations show normal basal and stimulated levels of cortisol and low basal and stimulated androgen levels.
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