Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in selective humangonadotropin deficiency in adult man: a case report
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Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, erectile dysfunctionAbstract
We report a rare case of idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in an adult male (31-jear-old), who underwent an endocrinological examination because of erectile dysfunction and suspected infertility. Laboratory data showed isolated gonadotropin deficiency. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the hypothalamic-pituitary unit showed no tumoral expansions. The patient was tested with gonadotropin releasing hormone (Gn-RH) (100 μg as an i.v. bolus injection). No significant LH and FSH responses were observed. Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism is usually caused by hypothalamic lesions, however, since Gn-RH was unable to stimulate LH and FSH secretions, we supposed that our patient was affected by defective gonadotropin secretion at pituitary level.Downloads
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01-12-2008
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Volpi R, Ugolotti MC, Carbucicchio A, Delsignore R. Idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in selective humangonadotropin deficiency in adult man: a case report. Acta Biomed. 2008;79(3):251-254. Accessed January 20, 2025. https://mattioli1885journals.com/index.php/actabiomedica/article/view/1257
