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Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes 1996; 104(6): 413-419
DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1211479
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Multistep treatment concept of transsexual patients

K. Schlatterer1 , K. von Werder2 , G. K. Stalla1
  • 1Max-Planck-Institute of Psychiatry, Clinical Institute, Dept. Endocrinology, München;
  • 2Schloßpark Clinic, Humboldt University Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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15 July 2009 (online)

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Summary

Here we present a pragmatic multistep approach for the treatment of transsexual patients. The importance of an individually designed cross-gender hormone replacement therapy embedded in a multidisciplinary treatment concept, provided by psychiatrists, endocrinologists and surgeons, is demonstrated. Following this concept outcome of therapy has been improved in the last years. Over the last 5 years we have gained substantial experience in the cross-gender hormone treatment of transsexual patients. By continuous follow-up examinations and therapy adjustment the risk of side effects accompanying this therapy has been significantly minimized. This report is designed as a guideline to the clinical endocrinologist for the handling and treatment of transsexual patients.

Key words

Transsexualism - cross-gender hormone therapy - side effects - sex reassignment surgery