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017 Case studies growth Flashcards

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Which tests would you use to test for Acromegaly?

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Glucose tolerance test
TRH challenge
Blood levels of somatomedins IGF1
Imaging

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What is the aim of therapy for acromegaly?

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< 5mUL/L

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What are 2 dopamine agonists used for acromegaly?

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Cabergoline, Bromocriptine

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What is a complication of octeotride?

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Gall stones

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What is the 1st line of treatment for acromegaly?

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Surgery

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