Regression of biventricular hypertrophy in acromegalic cardiomyopathy following management of excessive growth hormone secretion.

Authors :: Faraj R
Diallo TH
Abdelali M
Lahjouji R
Benmessaoud FA
Doghmi N
Zarzur J
Cherti M
Source :: Oxford medical case reports [Oxf Med Case Reports] 2024 Oct 10; Vol. 2024 (10), pp. omae112. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Oct 10 (Print Publication: 2024).
Publication Year :: 2024
Abstract: Acromegalic cardiomyopathy is a significant cardiovascular complication associated with acromegaly, caused by excessive growth hormone production from a pituitary adenoma. Early diagnosis can be challenging due to its insidious nature. This case underscores the critical significance of timely medical intervention, illustrating favorable outcomes resulting from prompt therapeutic measures.<br />Competing Interests: The authors declare that they have no competing interests.<br /> (© The Author(s) 2024. Published by Oxford University Press.)

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