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ea0094p232 | Neuroendocrinology and Pituitary | SFEBES2023

The relationship between serum oxytocin and measures of quality of life in hypopituitary patients – a cross sectional case control study

Mihai Gabriela , O' Shea Triona , Zarif Nadia , Glynn Nigel , Murphy Kevin , Druce Maralyn

Introduction: Patients with hypopituitarism often report poor quality of life (QoL) despite adequate hormonal replacement therapy. Oxytocin, a peptide hormone produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary, has been known for its role in social and emotional behaviour. Our aim was to investigate the relationship between oxytocin and QoL domains in patients with hypopituitarism under optimal hormonal replacement therapy.<p class="abste...