Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Acromegaly is a rare pathology characterized by chronic hypersecretion of Growth Hormone (GH) and Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) that causes somatic, metabolic, and systemic changes. There are few data in the literature on the impact of the disease in male.Patients and methods: Retrospective descriptive study including 15 adult males with acromegaly hospitalized in the endocrinology department of the Hedi Chaker Sfax university hospit...

IntroductionDeQuervain’s subacute thyroiditis (DST) is a rare pathology, defined by the involvement of the thyroid gland by an inflammatory process probably of viral origin, not suppurative and not autoimmune. In this context, we report 4 cases of TSD followed up in the endocrinology department over a period of 23 years, to highlight diagnostic and therapeutic particularities.ResultsThe average age was 3...

Introduction: Lymphangioma is a rare benign malformation of the lymphatic system that typically affects the neck and head during childhood. Adrenal glands are an uncommon and rare location for lymphangioma. Herein, we report an unusual clinical presentation of an adrenal lymphangioma revealed by Cushing syndrome.Case report: A 69-year-old female was referred to our department for exploration of an adrenal incidentaloma. Her medical history was positive f...

Introduction: Diabetic foot wounds (DFW) are one of the most challenging complications of diabetes. DFW is one of the leading causes of foot ulceration and amputation in patients with diabetes mellitus. Then, a multidisciplinary approach is of a great importance in the prevention and management of DFW. Healthcare personnel, particularly nurses, have an important role in this process. The objective of our study was to evaluate nurses ‘knowledge on diabetic foot wounds mana...

Introduction: Gestational diabetes poses a significant public health challenge in Tunisia and various regions globally, affecting approximately 1 in 6 pregnant women. While it typically resolves post-delivery, about 20% of individuals with gestational diabetes (GD) develop Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) within five to ten years thereafter. Recognizing this heightened risk is crucial for prompt adoption of preventive measures. This study aimed to evaluate the perception of the risk of d...

Introduction: Obesity is a global pandemic with adverse health implications, notably impacting quality of life, including sexuality. There is growing evidence that obesity adversely affects sexuality, not only in males but also in females. The objective of our study was to ascertain the influence of obesity on various phases and aspects of sexual activityMethods: We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study involving women who engaged in sexual inter...

Introduction: Obesity continues to rise globally, exerting a significant impact on physical, mental, and sexual health. Few studies have addressed sexual dysfunction in obese women within our Tunisian context. The objective of our study was to investigate the parameters influencing sexuality in obese and pre-obese women through a standardized assessment.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analytical study involving women who engaged in sexual interco...

Introduction: Medicinal plants and their benefits on human health in the treatment of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, overweight or obesity, diabetes, and dyslipidemia present a current issue of several research studies. Among these plants is ’Hibiscus sabdariffa’, known for its hypotensive, hypoglycemic, hypolipidemic, and anti-obesity actions. Our work aimed to assess the impact of Hibiscus tea consumption on clinical (systolic and diastolic blood p...

Introduction: The gluten-free diet is a challenge not only for the patient and their treating physician but also for specialists in the agro-food industry. Gluten-free breads, especially those made from corn, are reputed to be of lower quality than wheat bread. In this context, we conducted a study to test gluten-free cornbread enriched with carob (GFCEC) in terms of flavor, acceptability, and glycemic indexMethods: This is a prospective study involving ...

Introduction: The corticosurrenaloma is a rare malignant adrenal tumor with an unfavorable prognosis. The 5-year survival rate at stage IV, defined by the presence of distant secondary locations, does not exceed 28%. We report the case of a patient followed in our department for stage IV corticosurrenaloma and the challenges encountered during her managementCase report : Ms. H, a 42-year-old patient, is under our care for corticosurrenaloma. Her cancer w...