hrp0094p1-45 | Sex Endocrinology and Gonads A | ESPE2021

Bilateral testicular regression: genetic etiology and outcome in a large Belgian series

Tack Lloyd , Brachet Cecile , Heinrichs Claudine , Boros Emese , De Waele Kathleen , Straaten Saskia vander , Aken Sara Van , Craen Margarita , Lemay Annelies , Rochtus Anne , Casteels Kristina , Beckers Dominique , Mouraux Thierry , De Baere Elfride , Verdin Hannah , Cools Martine ,

Background: Bilateral testicular regression (BTR) is characterized by the absence of both testicles in a newborn male or shortly thereafter, and presenting as bilateral cryptorchidism with undetectable AMH levels and the absence of Müllerian structures on pelvic ultrasound. Depending on when the regression occurs during fetal development, the condition can be associated with a micropenis. Few studies have explored the etiology and long-term outcome of BTR...