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Multiple endocrine dysfunctions in twins with Wilson's disease: two case reports Deng et al. endocrine dysfunctions in Wilson's disease

Deng HR, Lin SY, Zhang FY, Yan JH, Li XH, Yang XB

BMC women's health, 2026

Abstract

Wilson’s disease (WD) is a rare disorder characterized by abnormal copper metabolism, which could induce endocrine dysfunctions. Here, we report two cases of twins with both WD and multiple endocrine dysfunctions, including one twin with primary hypothyroidism and polycystic ovary syndrome, and the other with serious hepatic dysfunction and hypopituitarism.

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