Rapid Review of Gender-Affirming Healthcare for Children and Adolescents: Evidence Synthesis (2021–2025) and Recommendations for South Africa

This rapid review synthesises global evidence on gender-affirming healthcare (GAHC) for children and adolescents. It reviews over 200 peer-reviewed studies published between 2021 and 2025 to inform evidence-based clinical practice in the South African context.

Status:
The report is currently under peer review. The final version will be published in the new year.

Availability:
A preprint version of the rapid review report, including supplementary materials containing full data sets, is accessible here: Rapid Review Preprint
The final version, reflecting peer-review feedback, will be made available in the new year.

Inquiries:rapidreview@pathsa.org.za

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