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The treatment of hirsutism with cyproterone acetate (an anti-androgen).

Abstract
The rationale of anti-androgen treatment for hirsutism is explained. The results are presented of treatment with cyproterone acetate of idiopathic hirsutism or hirsutism associated with polycystic ovarian disease. Ten out of 14 patients showed a good response after six months treatment. The response was dramatic in two patients.
AuthorsC J Dewhurst, R Underhill, S Goldman, M Mansfield
JournalBritish journal of obstetrics and gynaecology (Br J Obstet Gynaecol) Vol. 84 Issue 2 Pg. 119-23 (Feb 1977) ISSN: 0306-5456 [Print] England
PMID843478 (Publication Type: Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Cyproterone
Topics
  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Cyproterone (therapeutic use)
  • Female
  • Hirsutism (drug therapy, etiology)
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (complications)

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