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Introduction: Acromegaly is a rare disease caused by GH hypersecretion from a pituitary adenoma. However, accurate estimates of incidence and prevalence are scarce and not based on nationwide populations. It is well known that surgical cure may normalize mortality and improve morbidity but similar data are not available for patients receiving medical treatment.Method: We first validated the ICD-8 and ICD-10 diagnosis codes for acromegaly in The National ...

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ea0022p617 | Neuroendocrinology and Pituitary (<emphasis role="italic">Generously supported by Novartis</emphasis>) | ECE2010

Epidemiology of craniopharyngioma in Denmark 1985–2004: a 2% increase in incidence rate per year

Husted Nielsen Eigil , Feldt-Rasmussen Ulla , Poulsgaard Lars , Ostergaard Kristensen Lars , Astrup Jens , Otto Jorgensen Jens , Bjerre Per , Andersen Marianne , Andersen Claus , Jorgensen Jesper , Lindholm Jorgen , Laurberg Peter

Background: Craniopharyngioma may be associated with severe morbidity. Few data exist on incidence rate (IR) and possible changes with time. The epidemiology of craniopharyngioma in Denmark has never been evaluated in detail.Objectives: To review the literature on craniopharyngioma incidence and to study the epidemiology of craniopharyngioma in Denmark during a recent 20-year period.Material and methods: Publications including data...

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Incidence and late prognosis of acromegaly in Denmark: preliminary data

Epidemiology of craniopharyngioma in Denmark 1985–2004: a 2% increase in incidence rate per year

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