Adult growth hormone deficiency. Physiopathological and clinical aspects

The aim of the book is to explore classical and new discovered functions of GH, the clinical and biochemical characteristics of GHD in adults, the possible role of GH in other diseases, such as osteoporosis and infertility. Therefore, it ha salso the aim to snsitize physicians, who are not familiar with this topic, to extend their cultural interest and clinical practice in GH physiopathology. The book also examines question related to replacement therapy in GHD and other non conventional situations.