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Few cases are reported concerning the association between cerebral aneurysms and acromegaly, and this is the first case report documenting an increase in diameter of a cerebral aneurysm in persistent acromegaly. Persistently elevated GH plasma levels might promote an increase in diameter of cerebral aneurysms. An accurate follow-up in acromegalic patients is important, especially concerning the cerebrovascular system. Establishing the effectiveness and usefulness of this strategy will require future prospective studies.
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Zatelli, M.C., Scanarini, M., Bondanelli, M. et al. Cerebral aneurysm and acromegaly: A case report. J Endocrinol Invest 27, 770–773 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03347521
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