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Meeting between the European Society of Endocrinology and European Parliament representatives
Date: 06 March 2018
The European Society of Endocrinology is presenting itself for the first time to the European Parliament in a meeting with representatives of the European Parliament. The main purpose of this meeting is to strengthen the understanding within the European Parliament of the role of hormones on people’s health, and the influence of the endocrine system on a wide range of both common and rare conditions.
Download PDFWarm temperatures can lead to misdiagnosis of diabetes in pregnancy
Date: 23 January 2018
Environmental temperatures of over 25 degrees are associated with a significant increase in the risk of being misdiagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy, data published in the European Journal of Endocrinology suggests. Misdiagnosis of the condition could lead to unnecessary insulin treatment and avoidable distress for prospective mothers.
Download PDFGuidelines for management of recurrent pituitary tumours recommend new drug as first line treatment
Date: 10 January 2018
New guidelines for managing recurrent pituitary tumours identify the drug temozolomide, as first line chemotherapy treatment. The guidelines, published in the European Journal of Endocrinology and produced by the European Society of Endocrinology (ESE), include a series of recommendations aimed at improving survival rates and quality of life for patients, through early identification of tumours and more effective treatment strategies.
Download PDFTreating PCOS with a combination of oral contraceptives and spironolactone does not increase the risk of diabetes or heart disease
Date: 15 September 2017
In women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most effective treatment is a combination of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) with an anti-androgen, which does not increase the risk of metabolic or cardiovascular complications, according to a study published in the European Journal of Endocrinology. The findings should lead to more women being prescribed the most effective treatment for their condition.
Download PDFInternational collaboration release revised guideline for improved management of Turner syndrome
Date: 10 July 2017
A comprehensive, international guideline that incorporates the most up-to-date knowledge on diagnosis, treatment and patient impact of Turner syndrome (TS) has been published in the European Journal of Endocrinology. The guideline project was initiated by the European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) and the Pediatric Endocrine Society (PES), in collaboration with six other learned societies, to incorporate the latest evidence-based advice for diagnosis and treatment of girls and women with TS.
Download PDFRecommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of Adrenal Incidentalomas
Date: 12 July 2017
The appropriate clinical response to adrenal incidentaloma should depend on the likelihood of malignancy, according to new guidelines published by the European Society of Endocrinology (ESE), in collaboration with the European Network for the Study of Adrenal Tumours (ENSAT) and first presented at ESE’s annual European Congress of Endocrinology in May 2016.
Download PDFHormone treatment in transgender persons could shed light on role of sex hormones in bone density
Date: 31 May 2017
Male-to-female (MtF) transgender persons have a greater increase in bone mineral density than female-to-male (FtM) persons in their first year of hormone treatment. The research, presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology in Munich, helps scientists further understand the roles sex hormones play on bone development and maintenance in both sexes.
Download PDFRunning may be better than cycling for long-term bone health
Date: 31 May 2017
Exercise that puts greater strain on bones, like running, may improve long-term bone health more effectively than non weight-bearing activities like cycling, conclude the authors of a new study measuring the hormones of mountain ultra-marathon runners. The results of the study were presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology.
Download PDFExposure to chemicals in plastic and fungicides may irreversibly weaken children's teeth
Date: 31 May 2017
Chemicals commonly found in plastics and fungicides may be weakening children’s teeth by disrupting hormones that stimulate the growth of dental enamel, according to a new study presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology.
Download PDFPreterm babies with low birth weight may be at increased risk of osteoporosis
Date: 30 May 2017
Adults who were born prematurely or at a below average weight are more likely to have weaker bones and an increased risk of fracture and osteoporosis later in life. This research, presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology, could lead to recommendations that high-risk individuals follow diets rich in calcium, vitamin D and protein, and undertake weight-bearing exercise.
Download PDFStubborn gut bacteria offer insights into yo-yo dieting
Date: 30 May 2017
Previously obese dieters may struggle to keep weight off because of poor gut bacteria diversity, according to a new study presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology.
Download PDFAdditional hormone measurement reveals pregnant women at high risk of preeclampsia
Date: 29 May 2017
An additional blood test for pregnant women accurately predicts which women with high thyroid function are at risk of developing preeclampsia, according to a study presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology. The findings may help identify high-risk pregnant women and potentially avoid unnecessary treatment that carries the risk of foetal abnormalities.
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