[Xeroderma pigmentosum and polycystic ovaries. An association not previously described. A case report]

Rev Clin Esp. 1992 Feb;190(2):82-4.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

The case is presented of an 18 year old female patient who was diagnosed at the age of 2 of Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP), and that at the age of 17 presented amenorrhea and hirsutism with 18 months evolution, and diagnosed of polycystic ovaries (PCO). The possible causes of this rare association which has not been previously described are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / complications*
  • Xeroderma Pigmentosum / complications*