hrp0098p3-316 | Late Breaking | ESPE2024

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) Findings and Brain Maturity Index in Children with Idiopathic Short Stature and Growth Hormone Deficiency: A Comprehensive Review

Soliman Ashraf , Alyafei Fawzia , Alaaraj Nada , Hamed Noor , Ahmed Shayma , AlHemedi Noora , Elawwa Ahmed , Noureldin Abbas

Introduction: Idiopathic short stature (ISS) and growth hormone deficiency (GHD) are conditions that can result in various cognitive and behavioral abnormalities. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) is a valuable tool for investigating brain functional connectivity and maturity, offering insights into the neurological underpinnings of ISS and GHD. This review summarizes fMRI findings and their clinical associations, highlighting differences in brain m...