PES 2024 Flashcards
1
Q
Which of the following is an independent risk factor for pituitary dysfunction? (select all that apply)
a) optic nerve hypoplasia
b) agenesis of the corpus collosum
c) absent septum pallucidum
A
Only optic nerve hypoplasia
2
Q
Goals of GH therapy in RSS
A
Final height, body composition, fasting hypoglycemia, and tone
3
Q
Most common pituitary hormone derangements (two) in ONH
A
GH deficiency and elevated prolactin
4
Q
Leading cause of mortality in achondroplasia
A
Foramen magnum stenosis
