Abstract:Objective: Acromegaly is a rare disorder that results from an overproduction of growth hormone. Patients with acromegaly are highly susceptible to the risk of vascular diseases and metabolic dysfunctions. Apelin, an adipose tissue-derived peptide, is related to insulin resistance, metabolic and cardiovascular disorders. This study aimed to investigate apelin level alterations in subjects with active acromegaly, controlled acromegaly and in subjects without acromegaly, employed as controls, and to identify the … Show more
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