hrp0086p1-p344 | Gonads & DSD P1 | ESPE2016

Sertoli Cell Function During Chemotherapy in Pediatric Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Grinspon Romina P. , Arozarena de Gamboa Maria , Prada Silvina , Gutierrez Marcela E. , Bedecarras Patricia , Aversa Luis , Rey Rodolfo A.

Background: Most reports on gonadotoxicity associated with chemotherapy of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) comes from studies in adults, and they are mainly focused on the sensitivity of testicular germ cells. Little attention has been placed on Sertoli cells in prepubertal patients, even though Sertoli cell function is essential for adult spermatogenesis.Objective: To evaluate Sertoli cell function in prepubertal boys who receive chemotherapy for ALL...