Publications by authors named "A Mueck"

Objective: To present a young girl with pyruvate kinase deficiency (PKD) and concurrent severe hemolytic anemia who underwent fertility preservation and cryopreservation. Clinical symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and new strategies for fertility protection and preservation in PKD patients who require allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell therapy are explored.

Case Presentation: Six-year-old girl with persistent unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia and severe hemolytic anemia since birth, continuous elevation of bilirubin levels and severe splenomegaly.

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  • Kidney diseases are linked to aging and the effects of decreased estrogen due to ovarian senescence, leading to reduced kidney function and increased cardiometabolic risks that can result in chronic kidney disease (CKD).
  • CKD can negatively impact ovarian function in women during their reproductive years.
  • An individualized menopause management approach for women with CKD includes hormone therapy based on personal preferences and cardiovascular risks, lifestyle modifications, regular monitoring, and tailored guidance for those with additional health issues.
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  • * A case study involves an 8-year-old girl undergoing a second HSCT for dermatomyositis who successfully had her ovarian tissue cryopreserved (OTC) prior to the procedure, with measurable ovarian function as indicated by hormonal assessments and ultrasound results.
  • * The report emphasizes the importance of consulting fertility preservation experts post-HSCT for those who missed pre-HSCT preservation, highlighting OTC as a viable option for protecting fertility in women after HSCT.
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Introduction: Sexual health and wellbeing are significant aspects of quality of life. However, taking a sexual history is often avoided in medical practice, leaving a void in management and awareness. As the menopause can have a major impact on sexual health, it is imperative that healthcare providers are appropriately trained in sexual health and wellbeing and the aligned disciplines in order to achieve optimal care.

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Introduction: Thyroid diseases are common in women in their late reproductive years; therefore, thyroid disease and menopause may co-exist. Both conditions may present with a wide range of symptoms, leading to diagnostic challenges and delayed diagnosis. Aim To construct the first European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS) statement on thyroid diseases and menopause.

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