hrp0095p1-412 | Adrenals and HPA Axis | ESPE2022

A single centre experience of aromatase inhibitors to limit bone age advancement in pre-pubertal boys with adrenal disorders causing androgen excess

Shaunak Meera , Zichichi Giulia , Peters Catherine , Brain Caroline , Dattani Mehul

Introduction: Anastrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, prevents the conversion of androgen to oestrogen, which is required for the adolescent growth spurt and the attainment of peak bone mass. Anastrozole may help minimise bone age (BA) advancement in conditions associated with adrenal androgen excess, such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and premature adrenarche.Objectives: 1. To describe baseline characteristics an...