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MRI of the Pituitary Area in Children Treated for Acute Lymphobl Leuk with Low-Dose (18-Gy) Cranial Irradiation
Am J Dis Child 146:1343-1348, Cicognani,A.,et al, 1992
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Article Abstract
Cranial irradiation with 18 Gy does not seem to influence the growth pattern of most children who are terated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia, despite severe impairment of GH secretion and morphological abnormalities of the sellar area.However,a follow-up until final height is necessary.
 
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