Tall stature

Question 1

Definition

Answer 1

Where the estimated mature height is above;

• the 97th percentile for:

males >193.1 cm (6′ 4″)

females >182.9 cm (6′)

Question 2

Management

Answer 2

• Reassurance
• counselling
• education may alleviate the family’s concerns.

If Rx appropriate refer to an endocrinologist (after the appearance of the first pubertal change)

• high-dose oestrogen in girls and testosterone in boys.