Understanding Disorders of Sexual Development

Studies estimate that the incidence of genital anomalies could be as high as 1 in 300 births. While it is rare for an infant to present with truly ambiguous genitalia, it is plausible that the pediatric nurse will encounter a patient with disorders of sexual development in his or her career. Cases o...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric nursing 2014-09, Vol.29 (5), p.e23-e34
Main Authors: Rothkopf, Amy C., John, Rita Marie
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Babies
Births
Disorders of Sex Development - nursing
Disorders of Sex Development - psychology
Disorders of sexual development
DSD
Female
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Intersex
Male
Nurse's Role
Nursing
Pediatrics
Urogenital system
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Summary:Studies estimate that the incidence of genital anomalies could be as high as 1 in 300 births. While it is rare for an infant to present with truly ambiguous genitalia, it is plausible that the pediatric nurse will encounter a patient with disorders of sexual development in his or her career. Cases of disorders of sexual development are challenging due to complexities of diagnosis, gender assignment, uncertain outcomes, treatment options, and psychosocial stressors. This article discusses the evaluation and management of children with disorders of sexual development and the nurse's role as child advocate and family educator.
ISSN:0882-5963
1532-8449
DOI:10.1016/j.pedn.2014.04.002