Problem
Turner's syndrome
Other Names:
Gonadal dysgenesis Nature:
Turner Syndrome is a chromosomal condition causing short stature and infertility in women and girls. It is caused by the complete or partial absence of one of the two X chromosomes normally found in women. Incidence:
Best estimates put the frequency of Turner Syndrome at 1 in 2,500 or 1 in 2,000 liveborn females. There is no known difference in frequency based upon race, location or socio-economic factors. Broader Problems:
Congenital anomalies of chromosomesCongenital syndromes affecting multiple systemsIntersex people Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST