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[Acromegaly in elderly people].

R Desailloud1, S Crépin-Hemon, B Simovic-Corroyer

  • 1Service d'Endocrinologie-Diabétologie-Nutrition, CHU d'Amiens. desailloud.rachel@chu-amiens.fr

Annales D'Endocrinologie
|December 17, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Acromegaly increases health risks, especially heart problems, which improve with treatment. Elderly patients require careful consideration of treatment side effects related to aging.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Cardiology
  • Geriatrics

Context:

  • Acromegaly, a disorder of excess growth hormone, is linked to significant morbidity and mortality.
  • Cardiovascular complications are the primary cause of death in acromegaly patients.
  • The aging process can influence the presentation and management of acromegaly.

Purpose:

  • To review clinical, biological, and histopathological findings of acromegaly in the elderly.
  • To evaluate treatment strategies and associated side effects in aging individuals with acromegaly.

Summary:

  • Cardiovascular disease is a major concern in acromegaly, influenced by age and symptom duration.
  • Effective management of acromegaly can lead to the reversal of cardiac abnormalities.
  • This review focuses on the specific challenges and considerations for elderly patients.

Impact:

  • Provides insights into managing acromegaly in older adults, optimizing cardiovascular health.
  • Highlights the importance of age-specific treatment approaches to minimize side effects.
  • Contributes to a better understanding of acromegaly's long-term impact on cardiovascular health in aging populations.

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