Klinefelter syndrome - a general practice perspective

Aust Fam Physician. 2014 Jan-Feb;43(1):38-41.

Abstract

Background: Klinefelter syndrome (KS) is a common genetic condition affecting one in 450 men, but is only diagnosed in fewer than half of those affected.

Objective: To increase awareness among general practitioners of their role in the diagnosis and management of KS.

Discussion: KS has a highly varied phenotype comprising a range of physical and psychosocial features and comorbidities. For patients diagnosed with KS, a range of management strategies can be used to improve health outcomes and quality of life.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Aged
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Comorbidity
  • General Practice*
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Humans
  • Infertility, Male / etiology
  • Infertility, Male / therapy
  • Klinefelter Syndrome / complications
  • Klinefelter Syndrome / diagnosis*
  • Klinefelter Syndrome / drug therapy
  • Klinefelter Syndrome / genetics
  • Learning Disabilities / etiology
  • Male
  • Mood Disorders / etiology
  • Phenotype
  • Referral and Consultation
  • Risk
  • Self-Help Groups
  • Testosterone / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Testosterone