Publications by authors named "E Delgrange"

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  • A case study discusses primary hypogonadism caused by prolonged use of amiodarone, a medication known for multiple side effects.
  • The patient, a 57-year-old man, experienced testicular pain, gynaecomastia, and decreased libido, ultimately diagnosed with hypergonadotropic hypogonadism and confirmed testicular atrophy.
  • The findings emphasize the need for careful monitoring of patients on amiodarone to detect signs of testicular dysfunction early, ensuring appropriate treatment for hypogonadism.
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Adrenal incidentalomas are a frequent cause for consultation in endocrinology. Current guidelines provide an algorithm for their evaluation to determinate the risk of hormonally active or malignant condition. We report a unique case of benign adrenal incidentaloma in a 53-year-old woman with multiple malignancy criteria on contrast-free computed tomography and [F]fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography-computed tomography, leading to a left adrenalectomy.

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Summary: Moyamoya syndrome (MMS) refers to a rare cerebrovascular disorder characterized by progressive stenosis of the intracranial internal carotid arteries and their proximal branches, leading to an increased risk of stroke. While prevalent in Asia, this condition is considerably less common in Western countries, including Europe. The association between MMS and Graves' disease (GD) has been well documented, primarily in Asian and American populations, notably Latin Americans.

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Unlabelled: Graves' disease is the most frequent cause of hyperthyroidism in young women. This auto-immune disease is due to the production of class 1 IgG stimulating the TSH receptor. These antibodies are produced secondary to a Th1 immune response in which interferon gamma plays a key role.

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