Posted: August 16th, 2017

Of the following disorders, which results from excessive secretion of somatotropin?

Of the following disorders, which results from excessive secretion of somatotropin?
a) Acromegaly
The patient with acromegaly demonstrates progressive enlargement of peripheral body parts, most commonly the face, head, hands, and feet.
b) Cretinism
Cretinism occurs as a result of congenital hypothyroidism.
c) Dwarfism
Dwarfism is caused by insufficient secretion of growth hormone during childhood.
d) Adrenogenital syndrome
Adrenogenital syndrome is the result of abnormal secretion of adrenocortical hormones, especially androgen.