Preclinical markers of atherosclerosis in acromegaly: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsIMT, FMD and arterial stiffness are impaired in acromegaly showing that these patients may be at increased risk of atherosclerosis. In patients with active disease these preclinical markers of atherosclerosis are worse compared to patients with inactive disease but the role of diabetes and hypertension is prevailing on growth hormone excess.
Source: Pituitary - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research