Puberty Suppression

**Definition:** A non-intensive, reversible medical intervention achieved by using compounds that mimic the actions of GONADOTROPIN-RELEASING HORMONE (GnRH), which in turn slows or stops the physical changes associated with puberty such as the development of breasts or facial hair.

**Tree numbers:** - E02.906.250 - N04.590.374.268.250 - N05.300.361.250

**Synonyms:** - Puberty Blocking