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hrp0098p1-259 | Growth and Syndromes 3 | ESPE2024

Polysomnography Findings and Respiratory Problems in Prader-Willi Syndrome: The Effect of Growth Hormone Treatment

Kelestemur Elif , Esra Baysal Eda , Seven Menevse Tugba , Bas Serpil , Kurt Ilknur , Kahveci Ahmet , Gurpinar Tosun Busra , Helvacioglu Didem , Yavas Abali Zehra , Cemal Yumusakhuylu Ali , Gokdemir Yasemin , Erdem Eralp Ela , Pinar Ergenekon Almala , Karadag Bulent , Haliloglu Belma , Guran Tulay , Bereket Abdullah , Turan Serap

Introduction: Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition characterized by a complex hypothalamic dysregulation of the growth hormone/insulin-like growth factor (GH/IGF) axis, short stature, obesity, reduced muscle mass and impaired quality of life. The risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central hypoventilation (CHV) and sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in these patients....

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Polysomnography Findings and Respiratory Problems in Prader-Willi Syndrome: The Effect of Growth Hormone Treatment

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