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ea0081p431 | Pituitary and Neuroendocrinology | ECE2022

Acromegaly and aging: a double hit against quality of life?

Gagliardi Irene , Chiloiro Sabrina , Vallillo Maria , Bondanelli Marta , Volpato Stefano , Giampietro Antonella , Bianchi Antonio , De Marinis Laura , Chiara Zatelli Maria , Rosaria Ambrosio Maria

Introduction: Acromegaly patients (ACRO) show increased morbidity that affects health and quality of life (QoL). Elderly ACRO are going to increase in the next few years, but evidence regarding their management is lacking.Aim: To evaluate physical, functional and cognitive performances of elderly ACRO and the relationship with QoL.Methods: Multicenter case-control study conducted on 42 older ACRO (≥ 65 years) compared to an a...