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The aim of treatment of hypopituitary children is the achievement of final adult height as near to normal ranges as possible, correct signs and symptoms due to other hormone deficiencies, and increase the sense of well-being. In this way, a satisfactory physical, psychological, and social adjustment is anticipated. A good physical outcome has been reported by many authors, but poor psychosocial adaptation is not yet resolved. The aim of this study was to evaluate the degree of social integration of a group of adult hypopituitary patients diagnosed and treated during childhood by analyzing educational achievement, employment, and personal adjustment (1–3).
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Keselman, A.C., Martínez, A.S., Pantano, L., Bergadá, C., Heinrich, J.J. (2000). Quality of Life in Adults with Growth Hormone Deficiency Diagnosed During Childhood. In: Stabler, B., Bercu, B.B. (eds) Therapeutic Outcome of Endocrine Disorders. Serono Symposia USA. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-1230-0_6
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