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Considerations for Gender-Affirming Hormonal and Surgical Care Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Adolescents and Adults With Congenital Heart Disease.

David J HarrisonFrancisco PradaNatalie J NokoffSean J IwamotoTony PastorRoni M JacobsenElizabeth Yeung
Published in: Journal of the American Heart Association (2024)
There is a growing population of TGD patients with ACHD and unique medical and psychosocial needs. Future studies must fully evaluate the reassuring safety profile observed in this small cohort. We share 10 actionable care considerations for providers with a goal of overseeing a safe and fulfilling gender transition across all TGD patients with ACHD.
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