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In this TV series, Dr Taub thinks Jackson Smith has CAH. He is wrong (its not lupus either).
House M.D
1 in 12,500
What proportion of children are born with CAH?
The layer of the adrenal glands is between two other 'Zonas' -- produces glucocorticoids
What is the Zona fasiculata?
This is the goal of CAH treatment.
What is symptom managemen / normalising hormone levels?
This TV show featuring an autistic surgeon explores congenital adrenal hyperplasia in season 4.
What is the Good Doctor?
2-13%
What is the mortality rate of CAH?
The pathway that results in excess androgen production as a byproduct.
What is precursor shunting?
This intervention for this condition is generally considered a human rights violation
What is normalising genital surgery?
The enzyme involved in the rate limiting step of androgen synthesis.
What is 21-hydroxylase?