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ea0099p545 | Pituitary and Neuroendocrinology | ECE2024

Effects of recombinant growth hormone treatment on metabolic fitness, body composition and echocardiographic parameters in a population of patients with overweight or obesity and adult GH deficiency

Elena Spoltore Maria , Masi Davide , Rossetti Rebecca , Veroi Gabriele , Ignazia Curreli Maria , Peruzzi Mariangela , Ventimiglia Valentina , Maria Baldazzi Giorgia , Gangitano Elena , Watanabe Mikiko , Mariani Stefania , Gnessi Lucio , Lubrano Carla

Introduction: Adult growth hormone (GH) deficiency has been associated with the onset of sarcopenic obesity, reduced bone mineral density, and the progression of metabolic syndrome, often accompanied by the accumulation of ectopic fat at the epicardial level and changes in echocardiographic measures.Objective and Design: This prospective pilot study aimed to assess the impact of recombinant human GH (rhGH) replacement therapy on glyco-metabolic parameter...