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.
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.