hrp0095p1-142 | Multisystem Endocrine Disorders | ESPE2022

Two causes of short stature and delayed puberty in one patient: craniopharyngioma and celiac disease. A case report.

Simina MihutaMonica , Stoian Dana , Cepeha Cristina , Paul Corina

Introduction: Craniopharyngioma, a benign tumor, develops in the sellar/parasellar region. Diagnosis is usually late. Symptoms include severe headaches and vomiting, visual impairment, visual and olfactory hallucinations and at least one hormonal deficiency. Celiac disease is caused by an immune reaction triggered by gluten in the small intestine. Over time, due to inflammation, it causes malabsorbtion which can affect growth in children.<p class="abstext"...