Synonyms in a broader sense pituitary giant growth, growth disturbance English: acromegaly, pituitary gigantism Definition Acromegaly Acromegaly is an enlargement of the acra (see below) and the internal organs due to an increased secretion of growth hormone (somatotropin, GH (Growth Hormone)). This excessive secretion is present after the completion of longitudinal growth. Acres are for … Acromegaly
Diagnosis As with any procedure for finding a diagnosis, the medical history can provide information: Do old rings still fit, has the shoe size changed? The comparison with old photographs can help. In endocrinology (the science of hormones), various levels in the blood can be measured: Do old rings still fit, has the shoe size … Diagnosis | Acromegaly
Forecast If the benign tumour can be operated on, its size will determine how good the chances are of achieving a complete cure. For microadenomas the effective healing rate is 90%, for macroadenomas still 60%. All articles in this series: Acromegaly Diagnosis Forecast
