The C-1, 2 Isomeric Ketols and Diols in 17β-Hydroxy-A-nor-5α-androstane Series

Abstract

The possible four isomeric C-1, 2 ketols and diols of 17β-hydroxy-A-nor-5α-androstane were prepared. The rearrangements of the four ketol isomers under acidic and basic conditions were examined.