Acromegaly Flashcards

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Acromegaly: management first line ?

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rans-sphenoidal surgery

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if inoperable trans-sphenoidal surgery

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directly inhibits the release of growth hormone
for example octreotide

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GH receptor antagonist that can be given third line

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pegvisomant- GH receptor antagonist

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following failed surgical/medical treatment

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External irradiation