Preferred Label : Puberty Suppression;
MeSH definition : A non-intensive, reversible medical intervention achieved by using compounds that
mimic the actions of GONADOTROPIN-RELEASING HORMONE (GnRH), which in turn slows or
stops the physical changes associated with puberty such as the development of breasts
or facial hair.;
MeSH synonym : Puberty Suppressions; Suppression, Puberty; Suppressions, Puberty; Puberty Blocking; Blocking, Puberty; Blockings, Puberty; Puberty Blockings;
Origin ID : D000097765;
UMLS CUI : C5828416;
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A non-intensive, reversible medical intervention achieved by using compounds that
mimic the actions of GONADOTROPIN-RELEASING HORMONE (GnRH), which in turn slows or
stops the physical changes associated with puberty such as the development of breasts
or facial hair.
