11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency leading to congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Overview Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) stemming from 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency is part of a group of disorders collectively referred to as congenital adrenal hyperplasia. These conditions impact the adrenal glands, which are small structures situated above the kidneys that produce vital hormones essential for the body’s proper functioning. In individuals with CAH caused by 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency, the adrenal glands generate excessive androgens, a category of hormones
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