hypergonadotropic hypogonadism

hypogonadism /hy·po·go·nad·ism/ (-go´nad-izm) decreased functional activity of the gonads, with retardation of growth, sexual development, and secondary sex characters.

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hypergonadotropic hypogonadism  that associated with high levels of gonadotropins, as in Klinefelter's syndrome.

hypogonadotropic hypogonadism  that due to lack of gonadotropin secretion.

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hypogonadism [hi″po-go´nad-izm]

decreased functional activity of the gonads, with retardation of growth, sexual development, and secondary sex characters. The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists has published “Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Evaluation and Treatment of Hypogonadism in Adult Male Patients.” These are available online at their web site: http://www.aace.com.

hypergonadotropic hypogonadism that associated with secretion of high levels of gonadotropins, as in Klinefelter's syndrome. Called also hypergonadotropic eunuchoidism.

hypogonadotropic hypogonadism that due to lack of gonads or of gonadotropin secretion. Called also hypogonadotropic eunuchoidism.

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hypergonadotropic hypogonadism

Primary hypogonadism A condition due to a lack of target organ response to pituitary hormones–eg, FSH and/or LH. See Hypogonadism.