Key result
Growth hormone replacement decisions in children with idiopathic short stature may be guided by psychological criteria, despite equivocal evidence on treatment-related changes in psychological status.
Why the study?
Does growth hormone replacement improve psychological outcomes in children with idiopathic short stature?
Does growth hormone replacement improve psychological outcomes in children with idiopathic short stature?
Assessment of psychological status should be included in clinical care and future research for patients with idiopathic short stature, as it may guide treatment decisions.
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Psychological assessment may inform growth hormone decisions in idiopathic short stature; leaves open effects on psychological outcomes.
Monika Bullinger (2011) conducted a review in Idiopathic short stature. Growth hormone (GH) replacement vs. Normal height / No treatment was evaluated on Psychological status. Growth hormone replacement decisions in children with idiopathic short stature may be guided by psychological criteria, despite equivocal evidence on treatment-related changes in psychological status.
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