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Global Journal of Endocrinological Metabolism

Vertebral Fractures in Acromegaly-Mini Review

  • Open or CloseMeliha Melin Uygur*

    Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Turkey

    *Corresponding author: Meliha Melin Uygur, Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Turkey

Submission: November 12, 2020 Published: May 31, 2022

DOI: 10.31031/GJEM.2022.03.000564

ISSN 2637-8019
Volume3 Issue3

Abstract

The purpose of this review is to give a point of view about Vertebral Fractures (VFs); an underestimated complication of acromegaly which lead to increased morbidity and affect quality of life (QOL). They can occur, even in normal Bone Mineral Density (BMD) levels and after remission. Imaging studies to evaluate bone morphometry are suggested in all patients at diagnosis, regardless of the disease status. Further studies are needed to understand the role of bone targeting agents in prevention and treatment of VFs in acromegaly.

Keywords: Acromegaly; Vertebral fractures; Bone mineral density; Morphome

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