Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children and Adolescents

The book "Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children and Adolescents" offers a comprehensive analysis of growth hormone deficiency (GHD) in children and adolescents. It addresses the most common endocrine disorders that lead to short stature and explains the conventional diagnostic methods based on measuring growth hormone levels. A central theme of the book is the examination of insulin-like growth factors, particularly IGF-1 and IGFBP-3, which serve as indicators of endogenous growth hormone secretion. The authors present an innovative clinical method for diagnosing GHD that allows for individual measurements of these factors at any time of day, without the need for elaborate provocative tests. This specialized book is aimed at medical professionals and provides valuable insights into the diagnosis and management of growth disorders.