The effectiveness of different treatment options for non-islet cell tumour hypoglycaemia.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We have investigated plasma potassium changes during insulin-induced hypoglycaemia (IIH) in adult patients with growth hormone deficiency (GHD) who have low total body potassium and may also have a vulnerable myocardium due to an increased prevalence of atherosclerosis. DESIGN:Hypoglycaemia was induced throu...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Davies JS,Hinds NP,Millward EM,McDowell I,Scanlon MF

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eight patients with treated Addison's disease were studied whilst receiving different doses of fludrocortisone together with a constant intake of glucocorticoid. Plasma renin activity (PRA), blood pressure, pulse rate and plasma potassium and urea concentrations were measured after 2-week periods on each dose. In two ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Thompson DG,Mason AS,Goodwin FJ

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Anaerobic capacity is impaired in adults with GH deficiency (GHD), adversely affecting physical function and quality of life (QoL). OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether GH replacement improves anaerobic capacity, physical function and QoL in adults with GHD. DESIGN:One-month double-blind placebo-controlled crosso...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Chikani V,Cuneo RC,Hickman I,Ho KK

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Carney complex (CNC) is an autosomal dominant multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome (OMIM 160980). About 70% of cases are familiar; most have mutations of the PRKAR1A gene on chromosome 17q22-24. There is little phenotype-genotype correlation known to date. OBJECTIVE:To study the genotype-phenotype correlation...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Gennari M,Stratakis CA,Hovarth A,Pirazzoli P,Cicognani A

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The rarity of pituitary apoplexy renders it a difficult subject for audit; hence there are no evidence-based standards of optimum care for such patients. The key controversy in management relates to the role of acute neurosurgical intervention. In recent years we have adopted a relatively conse...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Ayuk J,McGregor EJ,Mitchell RD,Gittoes NJ

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of equivalent doses of two inhibitors of the 3-beta-hydroxy steroid dehydrogenase enzyme system--WIN 24540 (trilostane) and WIN 32729--on the secretion of progesterone in early human pregnancy are described. Patients and controls less than 12 weeks pregnant were given a single dose of either drug and the r...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： van der Spuy ZM,Jones DL,Wright CS,Piura B,Paintin DB,James VH,Jacobs HS

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Heterozygous inactivating mutations of the calcium-sensing receptor (CaR) gene cause familial hypocalciuric hypercalcaemia (FHH), a generally benign disorder characterized by mild to moderate PTH-dependent hypercalcaemia. We aimed to identify the causative CaR mutations in three families with FHH and examine ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Ward BK,Magno AL,Blitvich BJ,Rea AJ,Stuckey BG,Walsh JP,Ratajczak T

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We investigated correlations between age-related changes in circulating metabolites and arterial stiffness in impaired fasting glucose (IFG). DESIGN, SUBJECTS, MEASUREMENT:This prospective cohort study included 602 healthy, normal fasting glucose (NFG) subjects (30-65 years old) who underwent triennial medic...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Jung S,Kim M,Lee YJ,Lee SH,Lee JH

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to investigate the mechanisms by which arginine and L-dopa cause GH release in humans we measured the GH response to GHRH 1-44 (200 micrograms i.v.), arginine (30 g i.v. over 30 min) and L-dopa (500 mg orally) administered alone and 120 minutes following pretreatment with GHRH 1-44 (200 micrograms i.v.) in no...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Page MD,Dieguez C,Valcavi R,Edwards C,Hall R,Scanlon MF

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:In polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) inappropriate gonadotrophin secretion is characterized by increased pulse frequency and amplitude, elevated 24-h mean serum concentrations, and greater responses to GnRH. While the mechanism(s) responsible for this increased release of LH are not well underst...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Patel K,Coffler MS,Dahan MH,Malcom PJ,Deutsch R,Chang RJ

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim was to investigate whether, in the absence of gonads, GH could bring forward the age of neuroendocrine activation resulting in onset of puberty. DESIGN:In girls with Turner's syndrome, we evaluated the effects of GH therapy on developmental changes in FSH serum concentrations used as an indicator of ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Bourguignon JP,Gérard A,Deby-Dupont G,Franchimont P

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:The inconclusive evidence regarding long-term safety of recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH) therapy underlines the need for long-term large-scale cohorts. OBJECTIVE:To assess long-term mortality and cancer incidence among patients treated with rhGH during childhood in Israel. DESIGN:A population-based coh...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Libruder C,Blumenfeld O,Dichtiar R,Laron Z,Zadik Z,Shohat T,Afek A

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) in adults has been associated with impaired health status and quality of life (QoL) in several studies using generic measures, and in a few studies using recently developed disease-specific measures. Theoretically, disease-specific measures may be more sensitive and succinct th...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Wirén L,Whalley D,McKenna S,Wilhelmsen L

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There has been a rapid shift from open to laparoscopic approaches in adrenal surgery, but the safety and efficacy of bilateral laparoscopic adrenalectomy (BLA) in patients with corticotrophin (ACTH)-dependent Cushing's syndrome continues to be defined. OBJECTIVE:Review outcomes in the largest series of pati...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Chow JT,Thompson GB,Grant CS,Farley DR,Richards ML,Young WF Jr

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We designed a systematic study of patients with Cushing's disease to compare the results of acute experiments with cyproheptadine, sodium valproate and bromocriptine with the results of chronic treatment with sodium valproate. In 13 patients the plasma cortisol response to single doses of 2.5 mg bromocriptine, 6 mg cy...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Koppeschaar HP,Croughs RJ,Thijssen JH,Schwarz F

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to address the effect of endurance training on monocyte glucocorticoid sensitivity in vitro. METHODS:For this purpose, in vitro dexamethasone inhibition of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced interleukin-6 (IL-6) secretion in cultures of peripheral monocytes was compared in 6 untrained...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Duclos M,Minkhar M,Sarrieau A,Bonnemaison D,Manier G,Mormede P

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A relationship between the serotoninergic and the opiatergic system in the pathogenesis of head pain is supported by several data. This study was carried out to investigate the neuroendocrine effects of sumatriptan, a specific serotonin agonist used in the treatment of migraine, on hypothalamic-pituitary-adre...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Facchinetti F,Nappi RE,Sances G,Fioroni L,Nappi G,Genazzani AR

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To document current practices in the approach to low testosterone in older men. Given that recommendations are based on low-level evidence, we hypothesized that there would be a wide variability in clinical practice patterns. DESIGN:Members of all major endocrine and andrological societies were invited to pa...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Grossmann M,Anawalt BD,Wu FC

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Administration of the anti-inflammatory drug fenclofenac (600 mg bd) for 28 days to four females with thyrotoxicosis resulted in a rapid decline in thyroid hormone levels. The mean total thyroxine (T4) level of 173 +/- 8.6 (SEM) nmol/l before therapy was normalized to 70 +/- 6.4 nmol/l after administration of the drug...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Pearson DW,Ratcliffe WA,Thomson JA,Ratcliffe JG

更新日期：1982-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is characterized by a defect in cortisol and aldosterone secretion, adrenal hyperandrogenism, impaired adrenal medullary function and insulin insensitivity. The latter along with the increased tendency towards obesity raises questions whether other cardiovascula...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Roche EF,Charmandari E,Dattani MT,Hindmarsh PC

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Serum IGF-I levels are monitored during GH replacement treatment in adults with GH deficiency (GHD) to guide GH dose adjustment and to minimize occurrence of GH-related side-effects. This is not routine practice in children treated with GH. The aim of this study was to evaluate changes in (1) serum IGF-I, IGF...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Tillmann V,Patel L,Gill MS,Whatmore AJ,Price DA,Kibirige MS,Wales JK,Clayton PE

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Mutations in SLC16A2, the gene encoding the thyroid hormone (TH)-specific transporter monocarboxylate transporter 8 (MCT8), result in a thyroid phenotype and severe mental retardation caused by neuronal TH deficiency. These mutational effects raise the question of whether polymorphic variation in SLC16A2 may ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Lago-Lestón R,Iglesias MJ,San-José E,Areal C,Eiras A,Araújo-Vilar D,Lado-Abeal J,Domínguez-Gerpe L

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE AND DESIGN:Hypopituitarism, in particular GH deficiency, is prevalent in patients with clinically nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas (NFPAs) both before and after surgery. The factors regulating the growth of pituitary adenomas in general and residual tumour tissue in particular are not fully characterized, an...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Clausen LR,Kristiansen MT,Rasmussen LM,Billestrup N,Blaabjerg O,Ledet T,Jørgensen JO

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Steroid 5α-reductase type 2 deficiency (5α-RD2) is a male-limited, autosomal recessive inherited disease. Affected 46, XY individuals usually present with ambiguous genitalia at birth. An early and precise diagnosis is of great value to the long-term prognosis of the disease. OBJECTIVE:To describe the clinical...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Zhu H,Liu W,Han B,Fan M,Zhao S,Wang H,Lu Y,Pan C,Chen F,Chen M,Song H,Cheng K,Qiao J

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Resistance to thyroid hormone (RTH) is a dominantly inherited syndrome of reduced tissue responsiveness to thyroid hormone usually due to mutations located in the ligand-binding domain and adjacent hinge region of the thyroid hormone receptor beta (TRbeta). In the present report we describe the clinical and l...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Magalhães PK,Rodrigues Dare GL,Rodrigues Dos Santos S,Nogueira CR,de Castro M,Zanini Maciel LM

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have studied the effects of dopamine on the secretion of TSH and its subunits in vivo and in vitro. Four normal controls, seven patients with primary hypothyroidism, two patients with peripheral resistance to thyroid hormone (PRTH), and two patients with alpha-secreting pituitary tumours underwent a 3-h dopamine in...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Cooper DS,Klibanski A,Ridgway EC

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The citric acid cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle, plays an integral role in cellular metabolism and aerobic respiration. Mutations in genes encoding the citric acid cycle enzymes succinate dehydrogenase, fumarate hydratase and malate dehydrogenase all predispose to hereditary tumour syndromes. The succinate dehydr...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： MacFarlane J,Seong KC,Bisambar C,Madhu B,Allinson K,Marker A,Warren A,Park SM,Giger O,Challis BG,Maher ER,Casey RT

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postsurgical regrowth or recurrence of nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas (NFAs) is not uncommon and often requires further surgery or radiotherapy (DXT). Routine postoperative DXT increases the incidence of hypopituitarism, which is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Identification of genetic...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Buch HN,Raskauskiene D,Bahar A,Bicknell EJ,Farrell WE,Clayton RN

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The intravenous low-dose ACTH test has been proposed as a sensitive tool to assess adrenal function through circulating steroids. The aims of this study were to: (a) find the minimal intramuscular ACTH dose that induced serum and salivary cortisol and aldosterone responses equivalent to those obtained after a...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Contreras LN,Arregger AL,Persi GG,Gonzalez NS,Cardoso EM

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six normal adult males were given clonidine and GHRH either separately, or in combination, in random order. The peak serum GH concentrations elicited by clonidine or GHRH were variable but one factor influencing the GH response to GHRH was the GH secretory status in the hour prior to the administration of the GHRH. Pe...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Suri D,Hindmarsh PC,Brain CE,Pringle PJ,Brook CG

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00