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The aim is to synthesize the burden of treatment and persistent symptoms affecting the quality of life in acromegaly.

The Acromegaly Patient Experience: Burden of Treatment, Breakthrough Symptoms, and Quality of Life

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Review highlights treatment burden and symptom persistence in acromegaly, indicating impaired quality of life.

The aim is to synthesize the burden of treatment and persistent symptoms affecting the quality of life in acromegaly.
Reviewed data from clinical trials, longitudinal cohorts, and registry studies.
Evaluated patient-reported outcomes related to symptoms, mood, and functioning.
Examined the impact of various therapies on patient experiences.
Many patients continue to experience symptoms despite biochemical control.
Health-related quality of life remains significantly impaired, especially in psychological and social areas.
Increased treatment burden and ongoing symptoms negatively affect productivity and overall well-being.

Geer et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Review highlights treatment burden and symptom persistence in acromegaly, indicating impaired quality of life.

The aim is to synthesize the burden of treatment and persistent symptoms affecting the quality of life in acromegaly.
Reviewed data from clinical trials, longitudinal cohorts, and registry studies.
Evaluated patient-reported outcomes related to symptoms, mood, and functioning.
Examined the impact of various therapies on patient experiences.
Many patients continue to experience symptoms despite biochemical control.
Health-related quality of life remains significantly impaired, especially in psychological and social areas.
Increased treatment burden and ongoing symptoms negatively affect productivity and overall well-being.

Geer et al. (2026) studied this question.

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