hrp0086p1-p754 | Pituitary and Neuroendocrinology P1 | ESPE2016

The Metabolic Negative Effect of Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Therapy in Childhood: Is it Short-Term and Reversible?

Iughetti Lorenzo , Bruzzi Patrizia , Bigi Elena , Valeri Lara , Manzotti Elena , Lucaccioni Laura , Predieri Barbara

Background: Data on metabolic effects of gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) therapy are still controversial.Objective and hypotheses: To longitudinally evaluate the effect of GnRHa therapy on BMI, glycaemic metabolism and lipid profile in children affected by idiopathic central precocious puberty (CPP).Method: This longitudinal retrospective study included data from 42 children (7.70±0.80 years, 2 males) affected b...

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 patientÂ’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...