hrp0084p2-201 | Adrenals | ESPE2015

Improved Linear Growth in Patients with Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

Roma Silvia , Bizzarri Carla , Scire Giuseppe , Spadoni Gian Luigi , Cappa Marco , Maggioli Chiara

Background: Poor linear growth is still one of the main concerns in children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). An impairment of linear growth, adversely affecting final height, has been related both to overtreatment with glucocorticoid replacement therapy and to poor control of adrenal androgen levels.Objective and hypotheses: To define factors that influence linear growth and final height in patients with classical CAH.Me...