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ea0020p538 | Growth and Developmental Endocrinology | ECE2009

Short stature in betathalassemia major: a multifactorial condition

Albu Alice , Zirnea Anca , Vladareanu Florentina , Voicu Daniela , Nitu Larisa , Florea Suzana , Fica Simona

Short stature is a frequent finding among patients with beta-thalassemia major, with a major impact on the quality of life and a multifactorial aetiology.Aim: To study the relationship between growth retardation of thalassemic patients and associated sistemic conditions and endocrine complications.Subjects and methods: Cross-sectional study on 59 patients with βthalassemia major who did not reach their final height, with a mea...