Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Patients with Sheehan’s syndrome (SS) may experience alterations in blood pressure (BP) regulation, possibly due to hormones deficiencies and hormone replacement treatment. The aim of the present study was to assess the 24h ambulatory BP in women with Sheehan syndrome.Methods: This was a monocentric cross-sectional study involving 50 women with complete anterior hypopituitarism secondary to SS and 50 age and body-mass index (BMI) match...

Introduction: Sheehan’s syndrome (SS) is characterized by a deficiency in pituitary hormone secretion. It is now being closely inspected for its implication in the onset of metabolic syndrome (MS). The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence of MS and assess its associated factors in women with SS.Methods: We carried out a cross-sectional study involving 50 patients diagnosed with SS and 50 controls, matched for age and body-mass index (...

Introduction: Carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) is a simple and non-invasive method used to detect atherosclerosis. This measure could predict future cardiovascular events. Some studies have showed an increased cardiovascular in non functional adrenal incidentalomas (NFAI). The aim of this case control study was to determine the relationship between NFAI and CIMT.Methods: This case control study included 40 NFAI patients (16 men, 24 women, mean age 5...

Background: Non functional adrenal incidentalomas (NFAI) constitute the majority of adrenal tumors. This entity is a result of advances in imaging techniques and their prevalent use in clinical practice. Among the associated metabolic effects of NFAI, dyslipidemia emerges as a key factor, stimulating growing interest in understanding the link between these two entities.Methods: This case control study included 40 NFAI patients (16 men, 24 women, mean age...

Introduction: Non-functioning adrenal incidentaloma (NFAI) is a frequently diagnosed since the increased use of radiological examinations. The recent studies have shown that NFAI might have negative cardiometabolic effects and increased cardiovascular risk. The aim of this case control study was to determine the relationship between NFAI, CRP-hs, uric acid and cardiovascular risk (CVR) based on GLOBORISK algorithm of Tunisia.Methods: This case-control st...

Introduction: Vitamin D deficiency is an emerging concern that has the potential to impact one’s health, even in sunny Mediterranean countries like Tunisia. This issue is particularly notable among indoor workers in the healthcare sector, who experience minimal sun exposure. The aim of this study was to describe the Vitamin D profile within this specific population and to establish its association with lipid parameters.Methods: This cross-sectional ...

Background: The diagnosis of adrenal incidentaloma (AI) is becoming more common with the rising use of radiological tests. Most of AI are nonfunctional adrenal incidentalomas (NFAI) that may produce small amounts of glucorcorticoids that, in consequence, may cause metabolic disorders. Metabolic syndrome being a significant health concern should be evaluated in patients with NFAI. The objective of the study was to assess metabolic syndrome (MS) prevalence and characteristics in...

Introduction: The prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MS) is constantly increasing, particularly among young individuals with sedentary professions. Identifying individuals with MS is crucial for implementing personalized interventions to prevent cardiovascular events. Our study aimed to assess the metabolic profile of young and healthy healthcare professionals, considering the specific lifestyle linked with their professional roles.Methods: This cross-sec...

Introduction: The 1-mg overnight low-dose dexamethasone suppression test (DST) has been used to screen for mild autonomous cortisol secretion and Cushing’s syndrome (CS). The aim of the present study was to determine the DST discriminatory threshold confirming the diagnosis of CS.Methods: This was a monocentric retrospective study including patients who were admitted to the Department of Endocrinology of La Rabta Hospital, Tunis between 2014 and 202...

Introduction: Adrenal incidentalomas (AI) are adrenal masses detected on imaging performed for reasons other than suspected adrenal disease. It is important to categorize whether the mass is a functioning or non-functioning incidentalomas to determine the appropriate management and follow-up. The aim of this study was to assess demographic, clinical, and paraclinical features of patients with AI.Methods: This was a monocentric retrospective study includi...