IMPE Abstracts

Background: Recent research has indicated an association between patients with CAH and higher incidence of obesity associated with cardiovascular risk. Individuals with congenital adrenal hyperplasia suffers from 21-hydroxylase deficiency, which leads to lack of cortisol and aldosterone, causing androgen excess. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent morbidity and mortality, both of which are increased on CAH patients in comparison to populatio...