Diethylstilbestrol (DES) was a drug commonly used to prevent miscarriage and premature birth between 1938 and 1971. Most nurses who provide gynecologic care are aware of the increased risk of adenocarcinoma to the vagina and cervix for the daughters of women who used DES. Fortunately there were no known side effects to their sons.

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Sons of women who took DES have an increased risk of noncancerous epididymal cysts. Grandsons of these women are 20 times more likely to have hypospadias.

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) Was a Drug Commonly Used to Prevent Miscarriage