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Acromegalic Cardiomyopathy: A Review of the Literature

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Acromegaly is characterized by a high prevalence of cardiovascular complications that account for increased morbidity and mortality. Several studies emphasized the role of GH and IGF-1 excess in cardiac dysfunction. Coexisting factors such as hypertension, glucose tolerance abnormalities and coronary artery disease have a potential role in the progression of the acromegalic cardiomyopathy.

Herein, we review the most relevant pathophysiological, functional and morphological findings in this specific disease.

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Matta, M., Caron, P. Acromegalic Cardiomyopathy: A Review of the Literature. Pituitary 6, 203–207 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/B:PITU.0000023427.31609.a2

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