Acromegaly Flashcards

1
Q

What are 5 features of acromegaly?

A
Coarse facies
Increased interdental spaces
Protruding jaw (prognathism)
Increased shoe size
Weight gain
Hypertension
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1st line test for acromegaly and why?

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IGF-1. Highly sensitive so negative result can rule out acromegaly

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What type of cancer does acromegaly increase the risk of?

A

Colon cancer

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4
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What is the 1st line Mx of acromegaly?

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Transphenoidal surgery

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5
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What are some complications of acromegaly?

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Increased CVD risk
Diabetes
Hypertension
Cardiomyopathy
Obstructive sleep apnoea
Carpal tunnel syndrome
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What is the diagnostic test for acromegaly?

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OGTT: no GH suppression despite giving glucose

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