hrp0098rfc3.5 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty 1 | ESPE2024

Long-Term Health Outcomes of Delayed Puberty in Males: A Comprehensive Population-Based Study

Lodefalk Maria , Lennartsson Otto , Rodanaki Maria , Cao Yang , Lodefalk Magnus , Nilsson Ola

Introduction: Delayed puberty in boys, defined as lack of pubertal onset by the age of 14 years, is often constitutional and self-limited. However, it can lead to feelings of sadness and anxiety. The long-term health consequences of delayed puberty in males are not well understood.Objective: To study the long-term morbidity in young men exposed to delayed puberty.Methods: All Swedi...