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PPM - Turner Syndrome (TS)
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This document is a checklist for healthcare professionals to ensure that all necessary information is being asked and recorded during patient visits for Turner syndrome. The checklist includes items such as reviewing and documenting the patient's medical and developmental history, reviewing genetic testing results, documenting the clinical phenotype, and performing echocardiograms and renal ultrasounds.<br /><br />Other items on the checklist include documenting blood pressure, height, weight, and physical examination at each visit, referral for gonadectomy if Y-chromosome material is present, evaluating for congenital hip dysplasia in newborns, referral to endocrinology by 4 to 6 years of age, and documenting skeletal assessments, thyroid function tests, and lipid profiles annually.<br /><br />The checklist also includes documenting liver function tests and diabetes screening, measuring 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels, discussing and documenting recommendations for cardiac evaluation, baseline ophthalmology evaluation, audiology evaluations, skin findings, screening for celiac disease, dental findings, bone mineral density evaluations, educational and social progress, providing Turner syndrome literature to patients and families, recommending preconception cardiac evaluation for those planning a pregnancy, and referral to a fertility specialist for evaluation of ovarian function and discussion of reproductive options.<br /><br />Finally, the checklist emphasizes the importance of providing psychological support and/or referral to support groups for individuals with Turner syndrome.<br /><br />This checklist serves as a comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals to ensure that all necessary evaluations, tests, and recommendations are made for individuals with Turner syndrome.
Keywords
Turner syndrome
healthcare professionals
genetic testing results
echocardiograms
renal ultrasounds
physical examination
congenital hip dysplasia
lipid profiles
celiac disease screening
psychological support
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