Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Obesity as a pro-inflammatory state is associated to increased levels of C-reactive protein (CRP). CPR is considered as a cardiovascular (CV) risk independent marker and is being researched as a predictive atherosclerosis biomarker in obese children. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends a three classes approach when aiming at CV risk stratification (low <1.0 mg/l; moderate 1.0–3.0 mg/l; and high >3.0 mg/l). These classes were extrapolated ...

Introduction: Treatment satisfaction is simultaneously a cause and consequence of the success of bariatric surgery – not only it is a reflection of the efficacy of treatment, it also enhances weight loss. A questionnaire that evaluates this variable has recently been created and validated by the authors (Post-Bariatric Surgery Satisfaction Questionnaire).Objectives: To identify patients’ expectations regarding bariatric surgery; to identify the...

Introduction: Post-bariatric surgery satisfaction relies on psychosocial and clinical factors. A questionnaire that evaluates this variable has recently been created and validated by the authors (Post-Bariatric Surgery Satisfaction Questionnaire).Objective: To assess the relationship between treatment satisfaction and several demographic and clinical variables.Methods: Patients submitted to bariatric surgery who presented to our Ob...

Introduction: Primary adrenal insufficiency (PAI) is a rare but severe and potentially life-threatening condition. There are no studies characterizing portuguese patients with PAI.Aims: To characterize the clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, treatment and follow-up of patients with confirmed PAI.Methods: A multicentre retrospective study of PAI patients followed in 12 portuguese hospitals.Results: We in...