101. UCLA NEUROSURGERY | Pituitary Disorders & Diseases PITUITARY TUMOR NEUROENDOCRINE DISEASES DISORDERS acromegaly (Growth Hormone Secreting Adenoma). http://www.pituitary.ucla.edu/Pituitary/PituitaryDis_7.html

Acromegaly (Growth Hormone Secreting Adenoma) PITUITARY TUMOR PROGRAM PITUITARY DIAGNOSES INDEX Acromegaly is a serious systemic condition caused in over 98% of cases by an adenoma of the pituitary gland that secretes excessive growth hormone (GH). The clinical features associated with acromegaly include the effects of GH oversecretion, and in some instances by the tumor compressing and injuring the normal pituitary gland, optic nerves and optic chiasm. Untreated acromegaly results in marked bony and soft tissue changes including an altered facial appearance (frontal bossing, prognathism), enlargement of the hands and feet, sleep apnea, and carpal tunnel syndrome. More serious problems may include accelerated cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and an increased risk of colon cancer. If the tumor develops before bone growth is completed in adolescence, gigantism is the result. Because of the serious systemic changes resulting from GH excess, treatment is essential, typically with transsphenoidal surgery Symptoms and signs may include: Soft tissue thickening on the palms of the hand Enlargement of hands (ring size), feet (shoe size) and head (hat size)

102. Acromegaly About YMG. Search YMG. acromegaly. What is acromegaly? Untreated, the disease can lead to severe illness. What are the symptoms of acromegaly? http://ymghealthinfo.org/content.asp?pageid=P00396

103. Acromegaly Patient Information From Ipsen Limited Understanding acromegaly. Living with a NET. arrow (image) Cerebral Palsy parents guide. arrow (image) Dystonia patient information. What is acromegaly? http://www.ipsen.ltd.uk/page.php?sid=patients&tid=acromegaly

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105. Acromegaly Detailed information on acromegaly, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. acromegaly. What is acromegaly? acromegaly is the http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_endocrin/acromegaly.cfm

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