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ea0016p482 | Neuroendocrinology | ECE2008

Endoscopic pituitary surgery as the primary treatment for acromegaly: a prospective study in a specialised centre

Faustini-Fustini Marco , Magrini Satima , Anagni Mascia , Mazzatenta Diego , Pasquini Ernesto , Frank Giorgio

The main aims of treatment of acromegaly are reversing symptoms and signs, removing the tumour, preventing disease recurrence, and improving survival. Increased mortality associated with acromegaly can be diminished if treatment is successful in reducing GH <2–2.5 ng/ml. We carried out a prospective study to assess whether recent advances in surgical technique (namely the endoscopic approach in a specialised centre encompassing specialist pituitary surgeons working in...