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57th Annual ESPE (ESPE 2018)

Athens, Greece
27 Sep 2018 - 29 Sep 2018

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ESPE 2018 57th European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology Annual Meeting 27-29 September 2018 Athens, Greece

Poster Presentations

Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2

hrp0089p2-p301 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Efficacy and Safety of Triptorelin 3-Month Formulationin Patients with Central Precocious Puberty and BMI Evaluation.

Galli Francesca , Cavarzere Paolo , Ben Sarah Dal , Antoniazzi Franco , Gaudino Rossella

Background: Different formulations of gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) are available for the treatment of central precocious puberty (CPP). Currently there are few data on quarterly formulation depot (11.25 mg) during treatment.Aim: The purpose of this study is to analyse the effect of Triptorelin 11.25 mg 3-months depot in comparison with the monthly 3.75 mg formulation at the beginning and during the treatment of CPP.<p class="abstext...

hrp0089p2-p302 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Triptorelin Test in Idagnosing Central Precocious Puberty

Vukovic Rade , Milenkovic Tatjana , Mitrovic Katarina , Todorovic Sladjana , Plavsic Ljiljana , Soldatovic Ivan

Introduction: GnRH test is standard in confirming the diagnosis of central precocious puberty (CPP). However, GnRH (Relefact) is not always readily available in Serbia and several other countries. Two studies so far have assessed use of triptorelin in diagnosing CPP, with different sampling protocols, and in only one of these studies were triptorelin test findings compared to GnRH test findings.Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of triptoreli...

hrp0089p2-p303 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Foot Length Growth is a Novel Marker of Early Puberty

Balzer Ben , Lun Cheng Hoi , Garden Frances , Luscombe Georgina , Paxton Karen , Hawke Catherine , Handelsman David , Steinbeck Katharine

Introduction: Pubertal growth is hormone dependent. The anthropometric (height, weight) and sexual (Tanner stage (TS)) changes are accompanied by growth in foot length. However, the relationship between changes in foot length and other anthropometry remains unclear. Our aim was to determine how changes in foot length relate to growth parameters (height and weight), self-rated TS and serum sex steroids.Methods: We used data from the Adolescent Rural Cohor...

hrp0089p2-p304 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Ultrasound-Based Measurements of Testicular Volume in 6–16 Year Old Boys: Intra- and Inter-Observer Agreement and Comparison with Prader Orchidometry

Oehme Ninnie , Roelants Mathieu , Bruserud Ingvild Saervold , Egil Eide Geir , Bjerknes Robert , Rosendahl Karen , Juliusson Petur B

Background: Prader orchidometry has been the standard method for evaluating testicular size. As this technique is subjective and tends to overestimate the testicular volume, ultrasound has been proposed as a more reliable method.Objective: To evaluate the intra- and inter-observer agreement of ultrasound measurements of testicular volume and comparison with Prader orchidometry.Materials and methods: Length, width and depth of the r...

hrp0089p2-p306 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Longitudinal Follow-up to Near Final Height of Auxological Changes in Girls with Idiopathic Central Precocious Puberty Treated with Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Analog and Grouped by Pretreatment BMI level

Park Jongho , Kim Yong-Dae , Han Heon-Seok

Purpose: Reported changes in BMI in central precocious puberty (CPP) during and after gonadotropin-releasing hormone analog (GnRHa) treatment are inconsistent. We, therefore, investigated auxological parameters in GnRHa-treated girls with idiopathic CPP (ICPP) until attainment of near final height (NFH).Methods: From the medical records of 59 ICPP girls who attained NFH after GnRHa therapy, auxological changes were compared between overweight (BMI &#8805...

hrp0089p2-p307 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

The Effect of GnRH-Analogue Therapy on the Quality of Life of Patients with Central Precocious Puberty and Their Families

Lucaccioni Laura , Pugliese Marisa , Manzotti Elena , Bruzzi Patrizia , Righi Beatrice , Poluzzi Silvia , Madeo Simona F , Bigi Elena , Predieri Barbara , Iughetti Lorenzo

Introduction: Quality of life (QoL) is a multidimensional indicator including several functions and represents an important evaluator of patient’s health, especially in chronic diseases. Treatment with aGnRH in Central Precocious Puberty (CPP) is source of stress for patients and families. The aim of our study is to evaluate QoL and levels of therapy-related stress in patients with CPP and in their families during and after treatment.Material and me...

hrp0089p2-p308 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

A Novel Inactivating Compound Heterozygous Mutation in KISS1R/GPR54: Cases of Three Siblings

Nalbantoglu Ozlem , Arslan Gulcin , Koprulu Ozge , Hazan Fılız , Gursoy Semra , Ozkan Behzat

Introduction: Kisspeptin is a neuropeptide, encoded by the KISS1 gene, which acts upstream of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) neurons and also has a critical role for maturation and function of the reproductive axis. Inactivating mutations of its receptor (KISS1R) cause normosmic isolated hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (IHH). In this report, we aim to present three siblings who have IHH due to novel compound heterozygous KISS1R mutation.Cas...

hrp0089p2-p309 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

MKRN3 Gene Mutations in a Cohort of Patients with Central Precocious Puberty

Stefanija Magdalena Avbelj , Kovač Jernej , Yablonski Galia , Toromanović Alma , Stipančič Gordana , Milenković Tatjana , Jančevska Aleksandra , Zdravković Vera , Jesić Maja , Vuković Rade , Stanković Sandra , Todorović Sladana , Hovnik Tinka , Phillip Moshe , Battelino Tadej , de Vries Liat

Background: MKRN3 gene, encoding Makorin RING-finger protein 3, is a maternally imprinted gene located at a Prader-Willi syndrome region on chromosome 15q11.13. Deleterious mutations of MKRN3 gene are a common cause of paternally inherited central precocious puberty (CPP), being identified in 33-46% of familial cases and in about 5% and 40% of apparently sporadic female and male cases, respectively.Objectives: To evaluate the presence o...

hrp0089p2-p310 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Can Basal Levels of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Replace the GnRH Test in the Diagnosis of Precocious Puberty in Girls?

Llano Juan , Morales William , Pineda Catherine , Ortiz Teresa , Gil Nayibe , Laverde Gladys , Castro Sonia , Llano Mauricio

Aim: To determine the sensitivity, specificity of basal LH measurement compared to the GnRH test in patients with Central precocious puberty (CPP) and determine the cut off point for basal LH to diagnose CPP.Methods: 680 female patients were referred for presumptive diagnosis of central precocious puberty in the city of Bogota. All patients went through a GnRH test, using a Roche immunoassay for Luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (...

hrp0089p2-p311 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Incidence of Delayed Puberty in Adolescents. A Population-Based Study in a County in Central Sweden

Rodanaki Maria , Rask Eva , Lodefalk Maria

Introduction: Delayed puberty is defined as the absence of physical signs of puberty by the age of 14 years in boys and 13 years in girls. According to this definition, the prevalence of delayed puberty would be 2%, if the ages of pubertal onset were normally distributed in the population. However, the prevalence or incidence of delayed puberty has not been described before, as far as we know. Our aim was to study the incidence of delayed puberty in central Sweden.<p class...

hrp0089p2-p312 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Ultrasound Assessment of Pubertal Breast Development: Intra- and Inter-Observer Agreement

Bruserud Ingvild , Mathieu Roelants , Oehme Ninnie , Egil Eide Geir , Bjerknes Robert , Rosendahl Karen , Juiliusson Petur

Background: Clinical assessment of pubertal breast development using Tanner staging is subjective. This has led to the introduction of ultrasound, aiming for a more objective analysis. However, information regarding its reliability is lacking.Objective: To examine intra- and inter-observer agreement of breast maturity staging using ultrasound, and to examine the precision of direct measurements of the gland.Materials and methods: F...

hrp0089p2-p313 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Neuroendocrine Consequences of Hypothalamic Hamartoma and their Imaging (MRI) and Surgery Correlates

Corredor Beatriz , Caredda Elisabetta , Ederies Ash , Tisdall Martin , Cross Helen , Spoudeas Helen A.

Background: Hypothalamic hamartomas(HH) are rare heterotopic congenital malformations causing central precocious puberty(CPP) and/or resistant epilepsy whose natural history is unknown.Aim: To describe clinical and imaging features, and the risk of developing endocrine deficits, particularly after surgery.Method: Retrospective case note and imaging review of all HH diagnosed by MRI between 30.08.1991 and 24.11.17, analysed by initi...

hrp0089p2-p314 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

The Start Predictors of Puberty in Boys with Constitutional Delay of Puberty

Brzhezinskaia Liubov , Samsonova Lyubov , Latyshev Oleg , Okminyan Goar , Kiseleva Elena , Kasatkina Elvira

Objective: To examine the clinical and hormonal predictors of start pubertal in boys with constitutional delay of puberty (CDP).Materials and methods: The study included 42 boys with CDP (Tanner1, max LH>10 IU/l of GnRH stimulation test). At the first visit in 14.5±0.7 years we evaluated anthropometric indicators, bone age, testicular volume and hormonal status (TSH, freeT4, prolactin, IGF-1, insulin, DHEAS, cortisol, LH, FSH, estradiol, testost...

hrp0089p2-p315 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Research on the Relationship between Secular Trends of Pubertal Development and Obesity in Child and Adolescent

Xiong Feng , Luo Xuan , Song Cui , Zhu Gao-Hui , Zhu Min

Objective: To research the the relationship between secular trends of puberty development and obesity in child and adolescent in area of southwest China.Methods: Selected respectively 4010 childs and adolescents aged between 6 and 17 years in April 2003 to May 2005, and 1387 childs and adolescents aged between 6 and 18 years in December 2013 to November 2015 in China Chongqing area.Height, weight and the breast, pubic hair development of girls, and the t...

hrp0089p2-p316 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Gonadotropin Levels and Frequency of Testosterone Supplementation in Adolescents with Klinefelter Syndrome

Tseretopoulou Xanthippi , Mushtaq Talat

Background: Klinefelter syndrome (XXY) is characterised by sex hormone aneuploidy. It is one the most common causes of primary hypogonadism, impaired spermatogenesis and testosterone deficiency. It affects around 1 in 500 phenotypic males. Approximately 25% of the patients are diagnosed in childhood. The hallmark of the condition is the small volume of the testicles and azoospermia. Most adolescent progress through puberty at the expense of elevated gonadotrophins.<p class...

hrp0089p2-p317 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

The Effect of Letrozole on the Reproductive Function and Linear Growth in the Early and Mid Puberty Boys

Ma Huamei , Lin Juan , Zhang Jun , Li Yanhong , Chen Qiuli , Du Minlian

Objectives: To investigate the effect of Letrozole on the reproductive function and linear growth in adolescent boys.Methods: 43 early and middle pubertal boy with seriously damaged predicted adult height(PAH), treated with letrozole 1.5mg/m2/d Po(&ngt;2.5mg/d) with a duration of 3-18 months were enrolled as Short-, medium- and long- treatment group with letrozole of 3-6, 6-12, 12-18 months, respectively. 48 healthy pubertal boys were enrolled as control...

hrp0089p2-p318 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

SOX3 Gene Duplication Associated with Midline CNS Malformations, Hypopituitarism and Neurodevelopmental Abnormalities: 5 Unrelated Cases

Chawla Garima , Nambisan Aparna K.R. , Arya Ved B. , Muhi-Iddin Nadia , Vamvakiti Katia , Ajzensztejn Michal , Hulse Tony , Buchanan Charles R. , Kapoor Ritika R.

Introduction: Duplications of SOX3 at Xq27.1 are known to be associated with a spectrum of midline defects, isolated/multiple pituitary hormone deficiencies and learning difficulties. We report 5 cases of SOX3 duplication with hypopituitarism and differing presentations. 1)Male neonate presented with poor feeding and prolonged jaundice. Investigations revealed central hypothyroidism and inadequate cortisol response to Synacthen. Appropriate hormone replacemen...

hrp0089p2-p319 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

An 18 Month Old Boy with Hypoglycemic Convulsion and Obesity Due to POMC Deficiency

Betul Kaygusuz Sare , Yesil Gozde , Kırkgoz Tarık , Turan Serap , Bereket Abdullah , Guran Tulay

Objectives: Proopiomelanocortin (POMC) is the polypeptide precursor of several peptides including adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH) and β-endorphin. POMC deficiency is a very rare disease characterized by adrenal insufficiency, early-onset obesity, and pigmentation abnormalities. Here we describe an 18 month old boy with central adrenal insufficiency, hypothyroidism, obesity and fair skin. Genetic analysis revealed a homozygous p.G99...

hrp0089p2-p320 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Pituitary Stalk Interruption Syndrome (PSIS) is Not a Rare Cause of the Congenital Hypopituitarism

Eren Erdal , Yazici Zeynep , Demirbas Ozgecan , Gulleroglu Nadide Basak , Tarım Omer

Aim: Pituitary hypoplasia, empty sella syndrome, and ectopic neurohypophysis are common causes of pituitary MRI of the patient with congenital hypopituitarism. We aimed to search clinical and radiological examination of the patient with congenital hypopituitarism.Method: We evaluated age, diagnosis, laboratory evaluation, hormone deficiencies, accompanying diseases, and MR images of the patients with multiple pituitary hormone deficiency.<p class="ab...

hrp0089p2-p321 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Pallister Hall Syndrome: An Unusual Case of Central Precocious Puberty, Prolonged Vaginal Bleeding, Gelastic Seizures and Polysyndactyly in a 3 Month Old Infant

Arciniegas Larry , Iglesias Beatriz , Campos Ariadna , Lopez Fermina , Montanez Angel Sanchez , Clemente Maria

Introduction: Central precocious puberty (CPP) at a very early age is usually caused by an organic lesion. The most common organic cause of CCP is the hypothalamic hamartoma (HH), which, associated with polysyndactyly, cleft palate and gelastic crises, clinically suggests the diagnosis of Pallister Hall Syndrome.Case: Infant 3-month-old woman with no family history. Polydactyly in hands and feet is evident from the second trimester of pregnancy. Born at ...

hrp0089p2-p322 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Primary Empty Sella Syndrome and Clnical Endocrine Polymorphisms in Children: a Report of 15 Cases

Kayemba-Kay Simon , Ribrault Alice , Hindmarsh Peter

Introduction: Primary empty sella syndrome (ES) is rare in children. Reports relating it with various endocrine manifestations have been published. Asymptomatic cases have also been reported, this questions the existence of causal relationship.Objective: To analyze causal relationship between primary ES and endocrine manifestations in 15 pediatric cases seen in our clinics, and suggest patients follow-up.Population and methods: Ret...

hrp0089p2-p323 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) in a Patient with Persistence of the Craniopharyngeal Canal with Cephalocele

Caiulo Silvana , Pitea Marco , Partenope Cristina , Gallo Dario , Damia Chiara , Adavastro Marta , Fioretti Lorenzo , Barera Graziano , Weber Giovanna , Pozzobon Gabriella

The patient was referred to our Centre for short stature. Weight and length at birth were within normal limits. In the neonatal period he showed jaundice and hypoglycemia. A reduced growth velocity was reported from the age of six months. At 15 months his length was 70 cm (−3.75 SDS), his weight 8.1 kg (−2.26 SDS). Parental target height was 167.6 cm (−1.38 SDS). He had normal psychomotor development. The examination showed macrocrania and nasal voice. Blood ...

hrp0089p2-p324 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Endocrine-Metabolic Characterization of Pediatric Patients with Craniopharyngioma: A Single-centre Cohort study

Pedicelli Stefania , Sette Giulia , Cianfarani Stefano , Cappa Marco

Craniopharyngioma is a rare, embryonic malformation of the sellar/parasellar region with low histological grade. In childhood-onset craniopharyngioma (CoCR), endocrine dysfunctions, severe obesity and metabolic syndrome (MetS), neurological impairment and reduced quality of life have been described as consequences of both localization and treatment. To characterize a population with CoCR and to correlate endocrine/metabolic sequelae with different surgery approach we performed...

hrp0089p2-p325 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Growth Hormone (GH) Secreting Pituitary Adenomas in Paediatric Practice: 5 Cases Over 20 Years in a Single Tertiary NeuroEndocrine Centre

Brooker Elspeth , Munshid Sarrah El , Arya Ved , Kalitsi Jennifer , Ismail Dunia , Kapoor Ritika , Bullock Peter , Thomas Nick , Mandeville Henry , Aylwin Simon , Buchanan Charles

Background: Pituitary adenomas secreting GH rarely present in childhood. We report the clinical features, management and outcome of the 5 cases referred to a tertiary Paediatric Endocrine/Neurosurgical service over a 20-year period.Patients: **4 Male:1 Female - all aged 15 years at referral. Tanner puberty stages G3-5; B3. Clinical follow-up data range 2 months – 8 years.Clinical features at presentation: Headache, n=...

hrp0089p2-p326 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Pituitary Adenomas in Children and Adolescents: A Retrospective Single-Centre Analysis

Breil Thomas , Lorz Catherine , Choukair Daniela , Mittnacht Janna , Inta Ioana , Klose Daniela , Jesser Jessica , Schulze Egbert , Bettendorf Markus

Background: Paediatric pituitary adenomas are rare and mostly benign disorders which may secrete pituitary hormones. Prolactinomas account for half of all pituitary adenomas (PROLA), followed by non-secreting adenomas (20–40%; incidentalomas), adrenocorticotropic-hormone secreting adenomas (10–30%; ACTHA) and growth-hormone-secreting adenomas (5–15%; GHA).Methods: In this single-centre retrospective analysis clinical, biochemical and radio...

hrp0089p2-p327 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Changes of Body Composition of Male Adolescents with GH Deficiency are Diagnostic During Transition

Binder Gerhard , Becker Bettina , Bauer Jana Leonie , Schweizer Roland

Background: Restarting rhGH treatment in adolescents with childhood-onset GH deficiency (CO-GHD) is usually based on the GH re-test, IGF-1, additional pituitary hormone deficiencies and pituitary gland morphology, but not on body composition. Short-term changes of body composition in adolescents with CO-GHD when off rhGH may contribute to the identification of those in need of continuation of treatment.Study design: In this prospective single-centre stud...

hrp0089p2-p328 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

AMH and Inhibin B Level in Girls with Central Precocious Puberty

Jeong Hwal Rim , Hwang Il Tae , Yi Kyung Hee

Background/aim: Anti – Müllerian hormone (AMH) and Inhibin B (INHB) are considered as possible biomarker of central precocious puberty(CPP). This study investigated serum AMH and INHB level in central precocious puberty andanalyzed clinical factors associated with these two hormone levels.Methods: In total, 48 girls with CPP and 35 age – matched prepubertal girls were enrolled in the study. The subjects were divided into two groups as CPP ...

hrp0089p2-p329 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Gender-Related Differences in Etiological Distribution of Organic Causes of Central Precocious Puberty

Vuralli Dogus , Ozon Alev , Gonc Nazli , Kandemir Nurgun , Alikasifoglu Ayfer

Introduction: Organic lesion underlying central precocious puberty (CPP) is common in boys, and rare in girls. We aimed to compare the etiological distribution of organic causes according to gender, and define the clinical-laboratory characteristics that predict an organic cause to CPP.Subject and methods: Medical records of 260 girls and 120 boys with CPP were reviewed retrospectively to analyze the clinical, laboratory characteristics, radiological fin...

hrp0089p2-p330 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Final Adult Height in Girls with Idiopathic Central Precocious Puberty Treated with Monthly Leuprorelin Acetate VS Triptorelin Acetate

Phatarakijnirund Voraluck , Numbenjapon Nawaporn , Kooanantkul Chula , Thanakitcharu Kwanjai , Chaiyakul Phairuch , Phowang Karusart

Background: Gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs (GnRHa) are the standard treatment of central precocious puberty (CPP). Many studies demonstrate the effects of GnRHa on preserved final adult height. However, data compares the efficacy of different GnRHa on growth outcome and gonadotropin suppression in girl with CPP was limitObjective: Evaluate the effect of 2 different GnRHa on final adult height (FAH) and gonadotropin suppression in girl with CPP</p...

hrp0089p2-p331 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

The Impact of Central Precious Puberty on Health-relatedqualityoflifeand Social, Emotive and Behavioral Competences Among Children Treated with GnRHa

Galli Francesca , Cavarzere Paolo , Ben Sarah Dal , Antoniazzi Franco , Gaudino Rossella

Background: Central precocious puberty (CPP) may affect quality of life (QOL) due to premature body and psychological changes that characterize this pathology. Few data are available on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and social, emotive and behavioral competences in CPP children treated with gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRHa). This study aimed to investigate these aspects in a group of CPP girls during therapy.Methods: Fifty-four CPP...

hrp0089p2-p332 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Basal and GnRH Analog-stimulated Peak LH Levels for Diagnosing Girls with Early Phase of Central Precocious Puberty

Wankanit Somboon , Poomthavorn Preamrudee , Mahachoklertwattana Pat

Background: Subcutaneous gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analog test is an alternative to standard intravenous GnRH test for diagnosing central precocious puberty (CPP). Previous studies showed different cutoffs of basal and peak serum LH levels following intravenous GnRH and subcutaneous GnRH analog for diagnosing CPP girls. However, no study that defined the discriminating basal and peak LH levels among CPP and premature thelarche (PT) girls with different breast Tanne...

hrp0089p2-p333 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Determination of Urinary Metabolic Profiles of Children with Central and Peripheral Precocious Puberty

Balcı Aylin , Recber Tuba , Nemutlu Emirhan , Buluş Derya , Kır Sedef , Gumuşel Belma Kocer , Erkekoğlu Pınar

Puberty is a physical, hormonal and psychosocial transition from childhood to adolescence. Precocious puberty (PP) is the beginning of secondary sexual characteristics before eight years of age in girls. The most common type is known as “central precocious puberty (CPP)”. CPP occurs due to early activation of the hypothalamus-pituitary-gonad (HPG) axis. Although the real trigger for idiopathic CPP is unknown, it has been proposed that it may be caused by the interact...

hrp0089p2-p334 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

Hypertension During GNRH Analogues Therapy in a 10-year-old Girl

Barreca Massimo , Carboni Elena , Scavone Maria , Giancotti Laura , Miniero Roberto

We report a case of a 10-year-old girl born at 41st week and spontaneous birth, in therapy with analogous GnRH for idiopathic central puberty. At 4 years bilateral thelarche, performed first and second level investigations and recives diagnosis of early idiopathic central puberty. Since then, therapy with triptorelin 3.75 mg i.m every 21 days was administrated. Regular checks, good compliance, and response to therapy. At 10 years old recurring episodes of headache and vertigo....

hrp0089p2-p335 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

The Effect of Polychlorinobiphenyls on Premature Puberty in Girls

Guven Raziye Burcu , Ozen Samim , Gokşen Damla , Korkmaz Ozlem , Darcan Şukran

Introduction: Studies show that onset of puberty in girls is occurring at increasingly younger ages. Environmental endocrine disruptors are implicated in the etiology of early puberty. Polychlorobiphenyls (PCBs) are one of the endocrine disruptor with proven estrogenic effects.Aim: To investigate the effect of PCBs on premature puberty in girls.Materials-Methods: The study group was selected from girls aged 2–8 years with a di...

hrp0089p2-p336 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

A Novel Mutation in 5’; Untranslation Region of Makorin Ring Finger 3 Gene Associated with the Familial Precocious Puberty

Lu Wenli , Wang Junqi , Li Chuanyin , Hu Ronggui , Wang Wei

Central precocious puberty (CPP) is the endocrine disorder triggering by many factors those can activate the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis early which controlled GnRH secretion. However, the mechanism of CPP has not been elucidated. The study of patients with familial CPP helped understanding the complex physiological processes. Recently, loss-of-function mutations in human Makorin ring finger protein 3 (MKRN3) were found to contribute to over 30% of cases of familial CP...

hrp0089p2-p337 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

A Case of Testotoxicosis Due to a Constitutive Mutation of the LH Receptor Initially Presented as a Central Precocious Puberty at 3 Years Old

Porquet-Bordes Valerie , Pienkowski Catherine , Roux Nicolas de

Background: A thirty-four months old boy was referred for precocious puberty. He was the first child of healthy non-consanguineous parents. His family history was unremarkable. He had no exposure to oestrogenic endocrine-disrupting chemicals. He had presented secondary sexual characteristics for five months: pubic hair, enlarged testicular volume to 6 ml (Tanner stage P2A1G2) and enlarged penile size. He had a deepening voice and aggressive behavior. He had a significant growt...