Aim:This study aimed to describe characteristics and treatment choices among AMABs
(Assigned Male At Birth) and AFABs (Assigned Female At Birth) transgenders enrolled
from March 2021 to July 2023 at the PTA S. Giorgio of the ASP3-CataniaCase History:A total of 145 patients were studied, and there was no prevalence of
AMAB/AFAB. At first observation for AMABs, the age was 26 years and 25 years for AFABs,
with 11 AMAB/AFAB declared as "non-binary" (average age 17 years).Results:In AMAB/AFAB, we evaluated hormonal treatment, efficacy, and dosage/hormonal
levels. In AMABs, oral estradiol valerate (4 mg/day) or transdermal estradiol in gel (2 mg/day)
+ oral cyproterone acetate (25 mg/day) for both estrogenic formulations were used. Testosterone
(TE), LH, FSH, and PRL at baseline and during chronic treatment were measured. In
AFABs, we used injectable TE (250 mg/3-4 weeks or 1 g/12-16 weeks) or transdermal TE (60-
80 mg/day). In these patients, we analyzed blood count, LH, FSH, and TE. Hematocrit, hemoglobin,
and red blood cell count showed a modest elevation after 4-6 months of treatment.
About 32% of AFABs complained of transient uterine bleeding, but no hypertension or ovarian
pathology was detected.Conclusion:In AMABs, despite the short observation period, no patient showed an increased
risk of myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke. Among AFABs, no increased risk of cardiovascular
or cerebrovascular disease was observed. Furthermore, given the complexity of the
phenomenon, the integration between the different professional figures who require specific and
qualified skills is fundamental.