hrp0097p2-26 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty | ESPE2023

Craniopharyngioma-related hypothalamic obesity: efficacy of bariatric surgery in two adolescents

Polenzani Ilaria , Ferri Chiara , Finamore Martina , Palmoni Monica , Mascaro Rossella , Magnacavallo Annalia , Rizzi Alessia , Sardella Dario , Barera Graziano , Pozzobon Gabriella , Meroni Silvia , Bucolo Carmen

Although craniopharyngiomas are low-grade tumours, long-term survivors frequently suffer from severe morbidity due to hypothalamic lesions, such as hypothalamic obesity, that is largely resistant to lifestyle modification and pharmacotherapy. We investigated the efficacy of bariatric surgery in two patients with craniopharyngioma-related hypothalamic obesity during 18 months of follow-up. Patient n1, diagnosed with craniopharyngioma and treated with complete surgical excision ...