The causes and consequences of pituitary gigantism

The causes and consequences of pituitary gigantismThe causes and consequences of pituitary gigantism, Published online: 25 October 2018; doi:10.1038/s41574-018-0114-1Pituitary gigantism is a rare growth disorder caused by excessive release of growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor 1. This Review discusses the diagnosis, genetic causes and clinical management of pituitary gigantism.

Source: Nature Reviews Endocrinology - October 25, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Albert Beckers Patrick Petrossians Julien Hanson Adrian F. Daly Source Type: research