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ea0032p628 | Growth hormome IGF axis – basic | ECE2013

Sheehan’s syndrome females have a high incidence of cardiovascular morbidity and an increased prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors

Slim Ines , Bhouri Nadra , Zaghouane Houneida , Chadli Molka , Zaouali Monia , Ach Koussay , Maaroufi Amel , Kacem Maha , Kraiem Chakib , Chaieb Larbi

Introduction: While severe GH deficiency (GHD) is a well-established feature of Sheehans syndrome (SS), the effects of GH deficiency in these patients has not been extensively investigated. In the present studyh we evaluated the cardiovascular risk in patients with SS.Methods: Twenty female with SS and well-treated with cortisone and thyroid hormones was included. Metabolic syndrome according to IDF-2005 criteria and insulin resistance estimated by...

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Sheehan’s syndrome females have a high incidence of cardiovascular morbidity and an increased prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors

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