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Data from a Phase 3 trial presented this week at ENDO2021 showed that octreotide capsules improved clinical symptoms and other patient-reported outcomes compared to long-acting injectable somatostatin receptor ligands (iSRLs) in patients with acromegaly. The data went on to show that 90% of patients receiving octreotide capsules elected to enroll in the open-label extension (OLE)...
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Common chemical preservative alters protective pregnancy-related changes to mouse mammary gland. Low doses of propylparaben — an estrogen-like chemical used as a preservative in personal care products and foods—can alter pregnancy-related changes in the breast in ways that may reduce the normal protection against breast cancer that pregnancy hormones convey, according to a new study...
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Factors other than how much weight a woman gains during pregnancy may contribute to metabolic complications such as gestational diabetes (GDM), according to a paper recently published in Journal of the Endocrine Society. Researchers led by Fernanda L. Alvarado, MD, of the Mother Infant Research Institute at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Mass., point out...
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New study shows girls with excess body fat developed fully mature breasts more slowly but started their period sooner. Puberty looks different, in terms of both reproductive hormones and breast maturation, in girls with excess total body fat, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Previous...
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At ENDO 2021, the first time the Endocrine Society’s annual conference will be presented virtually, attendees can tune into the live session “Ice Ice Baby: Fertility Preservation and Restoration” to learn about the scientific advances that are enabling young cancer survivors to have genetic children. Endocrine News talks to Mary B. Zelinski, PhD, and Ina...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) to AZP-3601, Amolyt Pharma’s clinical candidate for the treatment of hypoparathyroidism. “We believe the FDA’s granting of Orphan Drug Designation to AZP-3601 reflects the agency’s recognition that new and more effective treatment options are needed for this serious endocrine disorder,” says Endocrine...
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A first-of-its-kind Endocrine Society clinical practice guideline recommends lipid profiles and cardiovascular risk assessment for patients with endocrine disorders. Pay more attention to lipids and cardiovascular risk when you are treating people with endocrine diseases. That is the plea from the new publication, “Lipid Management in Patients with Endocrine Disorders: An Endocrine Society Clinical...
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A new mouse study shows promise in addressing the ongoing worldwide obesity epidemic. By targeting a specific brain molecule, researchers could be on the path to a therapy that would potentially enable patients to reduce calories while increasing exercise levels. If Constantine A. Stratakis, MD, DSci, PhD, had his way, clinicians could soon offer their...
As much as we know today about the endocrine system and the effects it has on the body, there remains so much that we do not know. Discoveries are made every day, and our understanding of the endocrine system is always growing and changing. Serving patients to the best of an endocrinologist’s abilities means being aware of all the latest developments in endocrine research. This includes the newest and most complete information concerning such endocrinology research topics as new treatments and new methods for disease prevention. Identifying symptoms and making the connections between those symptoms and endocrine disease can lead to greater understanding and ultimately better treatment for patients. More advanced prevention techniques can help patients stave off disease before it can impact their lives. Having the most current information can make a tremendous difference in the quality of life for your patients.
This section features some of the most current and forward-looking articles concerning the latest research in endocrinology. Written by and for endocrinologists, these articles are provided to keep you up to date with the most relevant developments in the field of endocrinology. You can access the information you need about new technology, new treatments and general information to help you serve your patients with better overall care. Our understanding of the endocrine system is always evolving. With Endocrine News, you can ensure that your knowledge of the field won’t be left behind. What’s more, your patients will always have access to the most advanced information out there.
