NCIt definition : A congenital disorder characterized by the presence of extremely hypoplastic gonads
preventing the development of secondary sex characteristics.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: Abnormal development of a gonad (ovary or testicle). Men with gonadal dysgenesis
have a greater risk of developing testicular cancer. Gonadal dysgenesis is usually
part of a genetic syndrome.; NICHD: Anomalous development of the gonads, resulting in reduced hormone production
and germ cell numbers. The gonads are completely or partially underdeveloped and comprise
mainly fibrous tissue.;