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ea0070aep1074 | Hot topics (including COVID-19) | ECE2020

ACROCOVID: An international survey on care for acromegaly during the COVID-19 era

Giustina Andrea , Mario Cesana Bruno , Marks Muriël , Mortini Pietro , Khawaja Sheila , Fleseriu Maria

The COVID-19 pandemic is significantly affecting the care of chronic conditions globally. Acromegaly is a rare chronic condition with a prevalence ranging between 2.8–13.7 cases/100.000 people. Acromegaly management requires a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals (HCPs), mainly including endocrinologists, neurosurgeons, and specialized endocrine nurses. Frequent consultations, particularly during early stages of the disease, and pre/post-surgery are necess...