Dutch Protocol for Treating Gender Dysphoria Published
The protocol for treating adolescent gender dysphoria with puberty blockers followed by cross-sex hormones was formally published, establishing age thresholds of 12 for puberty suppression, 16 for cross-sex hormones, and 18 for surgery. Requiring childhood-onset gender dysphoria as a prerequisite, the Dutch Protocol became the internationally adopted standard of care for trans youth.
Impact & Significance
Became the foundational framework for paediatric gender medicine worldwide, influencing clinical practice guidelines in dozens of countries including the UK, and shaping the debate that would intensify two decades later.
Reference Record
- Date
- 2006
- Era
- 2000-2009
- Sources
- 1
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