Another case of idiopathic megaesophagus in a girl with growth hormone deficiency

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Another case of idiopathic megaesophagus in a girl with growth hormone deficiency

Djeddi, D; Vanrenterghem, A; Léké, A; Boudailliez, B; Gottrand, F

Clinics and research in hepatology and gastroenterology, 11/2011, Volume: 35, Issue: 11

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Summary Background Achalasia or idiopathic megaesophagus is rare in children, and an association with growth hormone (GH) deficiency has rarely been described. Case report This report is of a girl treated with recombinant GH (rGH) for isolated GH deficiency who simultaneously presented with idiopathic megaesophagus. Conclusion This case report highlights the fact that practitioners need to be aware of this possible morbid association.

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Djeddi, D | Vanrenterghem, A | Léké, A | Boudailliez, B | Gottrand, F

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