Hipogonadismo masculino

Abstract

Male hypogonadism (HG) is defined as the functional incompetence of the gonads with suboptimal or altered production of hormones and germ cells. The prevalence between 30 and 70 years of age is 10% and increases with age. It is classified according to the origin, as primary hypergonadotropic HG, secondary hypothalamic-pituitary hypogonadotropic HG and HG due to peripheral resistance to the androgenic effect. The diagnosis requires clinical suspicion and hormonal determinations that confirm it. The main treatment is the administration of testosterone by transdermal or injectable route, with the option of using GnRH or gonadotropins.