Endocrine Abstracts

X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is an inherited disorder of peroxisomal metabolism, characterized by deficient beta-oxidation of saturated very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA). The accumulation of VLCFAs is associated with demyelination of the nervous system, and impairment of steroid hormone synthesis in the adrenal cortex and the testis. The range of phenotypic expression is wide and dynamic. The three presentations most commonly seen are the childhood cerebral forms, a...

Background and aims: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus affects a growing number of people allover the world. It is associated with serious complications. Several studies have shown that it is possible to prevent and minimize type 2 diabetes complications if it is treated appropriately over time. In our Hospital there is, since 1998, an outpatient clinics of diabetes. This study aimed to determine the quality of care provided to diabetic patients in our institution.<p class="abstext...

Background and aims: Thyroid nodular disease (TND) is a common condition in the general population. Malignant nodules occur in 5% of patients with thyroid nodules. Fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) is considered to be the most reliable method of differentiating benign and malignant thyroid nodules. The purpose of this study was to assess the accuracy of FNABs performed in our Hospital.Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of patient...