hrp0082p2-d2-431 | Growth Hormone (1) | ESPE2014

Vitamin D Concentrations in Children with GH Deficiency During First Year of GH Treatment

Pyrzak Beata , Witkowska-Sedek Ewelina , Kucharska Anna , Sagala Magdalena , Majcher Anna

Introduction: The start of GH (rhGH) treatment in children with GH deficiency (GHD) causes a significant increase in bone turnover and increases height velocity. The increase in IGF1 concentrations during rhGH treatment is a marker of the efficiency of treatment. A significant increase in bone turnover during rhGH treatment results in an increased demand for vitamin D. It is important to determine proper supplementation doses of vitamin D in patients during catch-up growth.</p...