Acromegalic arthropathy of the hip: a case report

Acromegaly is a chronic and slowly developing endocrinopathy caused by hypersecretion of growth hormone and consequently of insulin like growth factor-1. The arthropathy in acromegaly can affect both axial and peripheral joints and it may present as the earliest clinical symptom of the disease. Patients with acromegaly may have high prevalence of joint related comorbidity and a reduced self perceived quality of life. An early diagnosis is crucial to obtaining the optimal treatment due to the potential reversibility of the lesions in an early stage. The aim of this case report is to draw attention to the possible articular involvement of acromegaly.