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Diagnosis and Management of AGHD – The Often-overlooked Entity in Endocrinology

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Dr. Bipin Kumar Sethi, Hyderabad    15 December 2021

  • Growth hormone (GH) has a myriad of metabolic actions that are obvious in but not restricted to statural growth.
  • GH deficiency in adults has a spectrum and needs to be looked for diligently.
  • Despite obvious clues and clear indications, this area remains neglected and is crying for help.
  • Unfortunately, the data on the impact of GH deficiency on health is fragmented, and little is known about the hard outcomes after replacement.
  • Cost/resource crunch is relevant but not the only limiting factor in adult-onset growth hormone deficiency (AGHD).

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