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NewsTHE JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISMTuesday, April 21, 2026 · April 21, 2026

Clinical and Pathological Spectrum of Acromegaly: Distinguishing GH PitNETs, Mammosomatotrophs, and Mixed Tumors.

WHY IT MATTERS

Recent peer-reviewed research on Acromegaly that may be relevant for patients and caregivers.

Acromegaly is a rare disease usually caused by a pituitary neuroendocrine tumor (PitNET) that produces GH PitNET. PitNETs secreting GH and prolactin (GH&PRL PitNETs) contribute up to 30% to the spectrum of acromegaly and have been attributed a more aggressive behavior. GH&PRL PitNETs can be ...

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