hrp0092p1-269 | Sex Differentiation, Gonads and Gynaecology or Sex Endocrinology (1) | ESPE2019

The Impact of Klinefelter Syndrome on Quality of Life – a Multicentre Study

Franik Sebastian , Fleischer Kathrin , Kortmann Barbara , Stikkelbroek Nike , D'Hauwers Kathleen , In't Hout Joanna , Bouvattier Claire , Slowikowska-Hilczer Jolanta , Grunenwald Solange , van de Grift Tim , Cartault Audrey , Richter-Unruh Annette , Reisch Nicole , Thyen Ute , Claahsen - van der Grinten Hedi

Background: Klinefelter syndrome (KS) is associated with an increased risk of lower socioeconomic status and a higher risk for morbidity and mortality, which may have a significant impact on quality of life (QOL). The objective of this study is to investigate QOL in a large European cohort of men with KS and associate QOL with socioeconomic status, prevalence of somatic disease and mental illness, testosterone supplementation and age of diagnosis.<p class=...