Long-term risk of stroke in children treated with growth hormone for short stature: Looking at the big picture

Growth hormone (GH) is one of several substances produced in a gland near the base of the brain called the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is sometimes called the “master gland” because the substances that it produces have effects on many body systems. For example, it sends signals to the thyroid, ovaries, and adrenal glands to regulate their output. It also regulates growth by producing GH.