Policy for transitioning childhood-onset growth hormone deficiency from pediatric to adult endocrine care in Belgium

Growth hormone (GH) deficiency (GHD) in children and adolescents can vary in severity and origin, with GH replacement therapy proving effective in achieving genetic target height. Optimal outcomes are seen in those treated early and with higher doses. As patients approach adult height, priorities sh...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Endocrinology
Main Authors:	Willem Staels, Jean De Schepper, Marianne Becker, Philippe Lysy, Daniel Klink, Karl Logghe, Marieken den Brinker, Anne Rochtus, Bruno Lapauw, Martine Cools, Orsalia Alexopoulou, Marie Bex, Bernard Corvilain, Laurent Crenier, Christophe De Block, Julian Donckier, Robert Hilbrands, Michel Ponchon, Guy T'Sjoen, Annick Van Den Bruel, Sara Vandewalle, Brigitte Velkeniers
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-09-01
Subjects:	growth hormone deficiency (GHD) growth hormone therapy transition growth hormone stimulation tests policy for transition care
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2024.1459998/full