Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children (cont.)Medical Author:
Stephen Kemp, MD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical EditorMelissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology. IN THIS ARTICLE
Surgery for Growth Hormone Deficiency in ChildrenSurgery is never an option for growth hormone deficiency on its own, but it may be considered if a tumor is present. Removal of the tumor may or may not have any effect on the secretion of growth hormone. Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children
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Many European paintings, particularly those of the Spanish Court, portray people with extremely short stature who may have had growth hormone deficiency (GHD).
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