ABSTRACT Objectives To evaluate the accuracy of routinely available parameters in screening for GCK maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY), leveraging data from two large cohorts – one of patients with GCK-MODY and the other of patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Materials and methods The study included 2,687 patients with T1D, 202 patients with clinical features of MODY but without associated genetic variants (NoVar), and 100 patients with GCK-MODY (GCK). Area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve (ROC-AUC) analyses were used to assess the performance of each parameter – both alone and incorporated into regression models – in discriminating between groups. Results The best parameter discriminating between GCK-MODY and T1D was a multivariable model comprising glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), fasting plasma glucose, age at diagnosis, hypertension, microvascular complications, previous diabetic ketoacidosis, and family history of diabetes. This model had a ROC-AUC value of 0.980 (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.974-0.985) and positive (PPV) and negative (NPV) predictive values of 43.74% and 100%, respectively. The best model discriminating between GCK and NoVar included HbA1c, age at diagnosis, hypertension, and triglycerides and had a ROC-AUC value of 0.850 (95% CI 0.783-0.916), PPV of 88.36%, and NPV of 97.7%; however, this model was not significantly different from the others. A novel GCK variant was also described in one individual with MODY (7-44192948-T-C, p.Ser54Gly), which showed evidence of pathogenicity on in silico prediction tools. Conclusions This study identified a highly accurate (98%) composite model for differentiating GCK-MODY and T1D. This model may help clinicians select patients for genetic evaluation of monogenic diabetes, enabling them to implement correct treatment without overusing limited resources. maturityonset maturity onset MODY, , (MODY) GCKMODY TD . T D (T1D) 2687 2 687 2,68 20 NoVar, (NoVar) 10 GCK. (GCK) receiveroperating receiver operating ROCAUC ROC AUC (ROC-AUC groups HbA1c HbAc HbA c (HbA1c) glucose diagnosis hypertension complications ketoacidosis 0980 0 980 0.98 95% 95 (95 [CI 0.9740.985 09740985 0.974 0.985 974 985 0.974-0.985 (PPV (NPV 4374 43 74 43.74 100% respectively 0850 850 0.85 0.7830.916, 07830916 0.783 0.916 783 916 0.783-0.916) 8836 88 36 88.36% 97.7% 977 97 7 however others 744192948TC, 744192948TC TC 44192948 C, C (7-44192948-T-C p.Ser54Gly, pSer54Gly pSerGly p.Ser54Gly p Ser54Gly Ser Gly p.Ser54Gly) tools 98% 98 (98% resources (MODY (T1D 268 68 2,6 (NoVar (GCK (HbA1c 098 0.9 9 (9 9740 0.9740.98 0974098 0974 0.97 0985 0.974-0.98 437 4 43.7 085 85 0.8 7830 0.7830.916 0783091 0783 0.78 0916 0.91 78 91 0.783-0.916 883 8 3 88.36 97.7 4419294 pSer SerGly (98 26 6 2, 09 0. ( 0.9740.9 097409 097 0.974-0.9 43. 08 0.7830.91 078309 078 0.7 091 0.783-0.91 88.3 97. 441929 0.9740. 09740 0.974-0. 0.7830.9 07830 07 0.783-0.9 88. 44192 0.9740 0.974-0 0.7830. 0.783-0. 4419 0.974- 0.7830 0.783-0 441 0.783- 44

SUMMARY Neonatal diabetes mellitus (NDM) is a monogenic form of diabetes occurring mainly in the first 6 months of life. Approximately 30% of transient NDM (TNDM) cases will have an activating mutation in the KATP channel genes ABCC8 and KCNJ11. The majority of the patients with KCNJ11 mutations who are receiving insulin treatment can be transferred to treatment with sulfonylurea (SU), with an improvement in metabolic control and quality of life. Intermittent continuous glucose monitoring (iCGM) is used to assess the current and retrospective interstitial glucose, providing information such as hypo/hyperglycemia tendency and time on target. This case report describes the use of iCGM in the transition from insulin treatment to glibenclamide in a patient with TNDM caused by a pathogenic variant of KCNJ11. This is the first report of a successful outpatient transition from insulin to glibenclamide, in a Brazilian child with TNDM using iCGM (FreeStyle Libre@). The remote monitoring and online management allowed the patient to safely stay at home during the transition from insulin to SU, especially important in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. We conclude that iCGM is a helpful tool in cases of NDM and should be used to increase safety and speed up dose adjustments in outpatient transition from insulin to glibenclamide. (NDM life 30 (TNDM ABCC KCNJ KCNJ1 SU , (SU) (iCGM hypohyperglycemia hypo hyperglycemia target FreeStyle Libre@. Libre Libre@ . Libre@) COVID19 COVID 19 COVID-1 pandemic 3 (SU COVID1 1 COVID-

ABSTRACT Objective: People with Down's syndrome (DS) have a higher risk of developing type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) and may have specific clinical features compared to T1D patients without DS. This study evaluated the clinical and laboratory aspects of T1D in children and adolescents with DS in an admixed population. Subjects and methods: A case-control study comparing patients with T1D and DS (T1D+DS) to patients with T1D without DS (T1D controls) from two tertiary academic Hospitals in São Paulo, Brazil. Results: The sample consisted of 9 patients with T1D+DS and 18 T1D age and sex-matched controls. Anti-glutamic acid decarboxylase 65 antibodies were positive in 7/7 of the 9 T1D+DS patients, confirming the presence of diabetes autoimmunity in this group. Mean age at diagnosis of T1D was 4.9 ± 3.9 years in the T1D+DS group and 6.4 years ± 3 in the T1D control group; early diagnosis (<2 years old) occurred in three T1D+DS patients but only in one T1D control patients, both suggesting lower age of diagnosis in T1D+DS group, although without statistical significance (p = 0.282 and p = 0.093, respectively). The T1D+DS group presented lower total insulin dose (0.7 IU/kg/day ± 0.2) and HbA1c (7.2% ± 0.6) than the control group (1.0 IU/kg/day ± 0.3 and 9.1% ± 0.7, respectively) (p = 0.022 and p = 0.047, respectively). Conclusion: We confirmed the autoimmune etiology of diabetes in people with DS in this admixed population. T1D+DS patients developed diabetes earlier and achieved better metabolic control with a lower insulin dose than T1D controls. These findings are in agreement with previous studies in Caucasian populations.

Resumo Objetivo A associação entre diabetes mellitus e infecções é muito frequente. Essas infecções, mesmo quando leves, interferem no controle da glicemia. O objetivo desta revisão é descrever as infecções que ocorrem em crianças e adolescentes com DM, bem como orientar o manejo glicêmico nestes episódios. Fonte dos dados Foi feita uma revisão não sistemática na base de dados PubMed, com os termos “diabetes mellitus”, “infecção”, “crianças” e “adolescentes”. Foram selecionadas as publicações mais relevantes. Síntese dos dados Além de infecções comunitárias habituais, algumas infecções ocorrem predominantemente no paciente com diabetes, principalmente quando não há um controle glicêmico adequado, e infecções comuns podem ser mais graves nesse paciente. Alterações da própria doença e da resposta imune, em conjunto com alterações do microbioma, são responsáveis pela maior frequência e gravidade das infecções. Durante as infecções, ocorre um aumento da glicemia e habitualmente é necessário o aumento da dose de insulina. Conclusões O paciente pediátrico com diabetes apresenta algumas desordens imunes que, quando associadas a elevaçao da glicemia, aumentam o risco de infecção e sua gravidade. A presença da infecção, por sua vez, eleva a glicemia e aumenta o risco de descompensação. Desta forma, a monitorização da glicemia, bem como o aumento da dose de insulina, são fundamentais para evitar o risco de cetoacidose diabética. Destaca-se ainda que muitas infecções são imunopreveníveis e podem ser evitadas com uma cobertura vacinal adequada.

Abstract Objective The association between diabetes mellitus and infections is very common. These infections, even when mild, interfere with blood glucose control. The aim of this review is to describe infections that occur in children and adolescents with DM, as well as to provide recommendations on glycemia management during these episodes. Source of data A non-systematic review was carried out in the PubMed database, using the terms “diabetes mellitus,” “infection,” “children,” and “adolescents.” The most relevant publications were selected. Synthesis of data In addition to the usual community diseases, some infections may occur predominantly in diabetic patients, especially when there is inadequate glycemic control, and common infections can be more severe in these patients. Alterations caused by the disease itself and the immune response are responsible for the risk of higher frequency and severity of infections. During infections, an increase in blood glucose occurs and usually an increase in insulin dose is required. Conclusions Pediatric patients with diabetes have some immune system disorders that, when associated with high glycemia, increase the risk of infections and their severity, and should be promptly identified and treated. The presence of an infectious condition, in turn, raises blood glucose and increases the risk of decompensation, and pediatricians should be cautioned to intensify monitoring and insulin therapy, and to avoid the risk of DKA. It should also be noted that many infections are preventable and can be avoided with adequate vaccine coverage.

Objective The association between type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) and dyslipidemia (DLP) increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of dyslipidemia in young T1D patients.Materials and methods The study design was cross-sectional and descriptive. We reviewed medical records of T1D patients followed at an endocrinology service, from 1998-2012. Data collected: gender, actual age and age at diagnosis, duration of T1D since diagnosis, body mass index (BMI), pubertal stage, glycemic control (GC) determined by glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), total cholesterol (TC), HDL, LDL, triglycerides (TG). To analyze lipid profile and metabolic control, we used the Brazilian Society of Diabetes Guidelines.Results Were included 239 T1D patients, 136 (56.9%) females; mean ± SD: actual age 15.7 ± 5.0 years and at T1D diagnosis 7.3 ± 3.9; T1D duration 10.6 ± 6.4 years, 86.6% puberty, 15.1% overweight. The prevalence of DLP was 72.5%, 63.3% females, 86.6% puberty, mean ± SD: actual age 15.4 ± 4.8 years and at T1D diagnosis 7.2 ± 4.1 years, duration of T1D 10.7 ± 6.1 years. We found high-CT in 56.7%, low-HDL = 21.7%, high LDL = 44.0%, high-TG = 11.8%. Between females with DLP, 83.5% was in puberty. We find correlation between the presence of DLP, a poor GC and BMC.Conclusion We found a high prevalence of DLP in young patients with T1D, particularly in puberty females. Programs targeting the prevention of dyslipidemia should be adopted, especially for this group, in order to prevent/delay chronic complications and cardiovascular disease. Arch Endocrinol Metab. 2015;59(3):215-9

Mutações no gene NROB1 (DAX1) podem levar a quadros de insuficiência adrenal com diferentes formas de apresentação na infância. A evolução a longo prazo desses pacientes mostra que pode haver associação com hipogonadismo hipogonadotrófico. Neste artigo, relatamos a evolução de um paciente com uma mutação do gene NROB1, diagnosticado com uma forma leve de insuficiência adrenal, na qual chamamos a atenção para a evolução com hipogonadismo hipogonadotrófico e baixa estatura final, além de apresentar transtorno de déficit de atenção. Tais associações devem ser motivo de atenção para os médicos no seguimento de pacientes portadores dessa alteração.

Mutation on NROB1 (DAX1) gene can cause different phenotypes of adrenal insufficiency in infancy. Long-term evolution of these patients shows that it is possible to have an association with hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. In this article we describe the evolution of a patient with NROB1 gene mutation, diagnosed with a mild form of adrenal insufficiency, and we highlight the presence of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism and short stature, besides the presence of attention deficit disorder. Such associations should make physicians aware during the follow-up of patients with this disease.

As reações alérgicas ao GH são raras e usualmente representadas por reações de hipersensibilidade tipo I (IgE mediadas), passíveis de tratamento por dessensibilização. Neste relato de caso, descrevemos a presença de reação alérgica ao GH mediada por imunocomplexo (hipersensibilidade tipo III). Nesta situação, a tentativa de dessensibilização pode perpetuar a formação de imunocomplexo, cujo depósito pode determinar insuficiência renal e respiratória.

Allergic reactions against GH are rare, and usually represented by the hypersensitivity type I (IgE-mediated). This type of reaction can be treated by desensitization. In this case report, we present a patient showing an allergic reaction soon after starting GH therapy mediated by immune complex (hypersensitivity type III reaction). In this condition, the attempt to perform the desensitization procedure can perpetuate immune complex deposition determining a life threatening renal and respiratory insufficiency.

A ocorrência de diabetes melito tipo 1 em crianças abaixo de 5 anos é rara, mas vem apresentando um aumento em sua incidência em vários países do mundo. O diagnóstico é comumente postergado e a criança em geral encontra-se em estado avançado de descompensação. Um dos desafios do acompanhamento desses casos é estimular o total envolvimento da família, já que a criança é dependente de seus cuidados. A atenção com os pequenos pacientes deve ser intensa, já que dificilmente há queixas que possam sugerir a hipoglicemia. A aceitação alimentar e as atividades físicas são irregulares e imprevisíveis e a sensibilidade insulínica é maior. A terapêutica com insulina necessita ser individualizada, e a monitorização glicêmica domiciliar é fundamental para que o melhor controle seja obtido.

The occurrence of type 1 diabetes mellitus in children under 5-years-old is rare, but its incidence has been growing all over the world. The diagnosis is usually delayed and the patient presents advanced states of ketoacidosis. After the diagnosis, it is extremely crucial the involvement of the family in the treatment from the beginning, due to the dependency of the young children. The attention focused on the patient must be intense, since there are no evident hypoglycemic symptoms, the food intake and physical activities are irregular and there is higher insulin sensitivity. Insulin administration has to be individualized, and glucose monitoring is essential to obtain a good control.

O tratamento da hiperplasia adrenal congênita (HAC) por deficiência da 21-hidroxilase forma clássica é habitualmente realizado com acetato de hidrocortisona. A hidrocortisona oral, em nosso meio, só está disponível em farmácias de manipulação. A prednisolona possui solução oral estável, comercialmente disponível, e tem como vantagem poder ser utilizada em dose única diária. O objetivo desse estudo foi comparar a eficácia da prednisolona aos resultados obtidos com o acetato de hidrocortisona. Foram estudados 15 pacientes, idade cronológica média (DP) de 7,2 anos (3,6), em dois períodos consecutivos de um ano, inicialmente utilizando a hidrocortisona (17,5 mg/m²/dia, divididos em três doses), seguida do uso de prednisolona (3 mg/m²/dia, dose única matinal). A avaliação dos tratamentos foi realizada por meio das variações do escore Z de estatura para idade cronológica (deltaZE), do escore Z de estatura para a idade óssea (deltaZEIO) e do escore Z do Índice de massa corporal (IMC) (deltaZIMC), bem como os valores da androstenediona em cada período. Não houve diferença na deltaZE, na deltaZEIO e na deltaZIMC entre os dois períodos, assim como nos valores de androstenediona. Concluiu-se que a prednisolona em dose única diária apresenta eficácia semelhante à obtida com a hidrocortisona utilizada três vezes ao dia, podendo ser considerada uma opção terapêutica nos pacientes com HAC por deficiência da 21-hidroxilase.

Hydrocortisone acetate is usually employed in the treatment of classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency. In Brazil, however, oral hydrocortisone acetate is only available from manipulation pharmacies. Prednisolone has stable oral pharmaceutical formulations commercially available, with the advantage of a single daily dose. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of oral prednisolone and oral hydrocortisone in the treatment of CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency. Fifteen patients with mean (SD) chronological age of 7.2 (3.6) years, were evaluated in two consecutive 1-year periods. In the first year, hydrocortisone (17.5mg/m²/day, divided in three doses) was used in the treatment, followed by the use of prednisolone (3 mg/m²/day, once in the morning) in the second year. The comparison between the two treatments was assessed after a one-year treatment period by: variation of height standard deviation score (SDS) (delta Height SDS), variation of height SDS according to bone age (delta BA SDS), variation of body mass SDS (delta BMI SDS) and serum levels of androstenedione. No significant difference was observed in relation to the delta Height SDS, delta BA SDS and delta BMI SDS. No significant difference was observed in the serum levels of androstenedione. We conclude that the efficacy of prednisolone administered once a day orally is comparable to the oral use of hydrocortisone three times a day. Oral prednisolone may be an option for patients with CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency.

Aproximadamente 10% das neoplasias de tireóide aparecem abaixo dos 21 anos e representam 3% das neoplasias da infância, com predomínio em meninas (2F:1M). São papilíferos em 90% casos e mais freqüentemente bilaterais, multifocais e de maior dimensão. Invasão de cápsula e metástases ganglionar ou pulmonar são mais freqüentes que no adulto. O efeito carcinogênico da radiação é especialmente importante na criança pré-púbere. Em 5% dos casos de PTC existe história familial. Genes como o RET/PTC, RAS e BRAF estão habitualmente envolvidos na gênese do processo. A apresentação clínica pode ser nódulo cervical (90% casos) sem que represente um fator de pior prognóstico. O US e a PAAF são procedimentos diagnósticos valiosos. O tratamento deve ser cirúrgico (tireoidectomia total com esvaziamento ganglionar) seguido de PCI e radioterapia ablativa. A substituição com L-tiroxina deve objetivar a supressão crônica do TSH. O prognóstico ao longo prazo é melhor que no adulto. A quantificação da Tg plasmática também é útil na detecção da doença residual.

Approximately 10% of thyroid cancers are present in patients less than 21 years of age, representing 3% of all cancers of children and adolescents, with predominance in females 2:1 in relation to males. Thyroid cancers in this age group are usually papillary (90%), bilateral, multifocal and bigger in size compared to adults. Capsule invasion and lymphatic and pulmonary metastases are more frequent in children. Radiation sensitivity seems to represent an important factor in prepubertal patients. Familial history is reported in 5% of the cases. Genes such as RET/PTC, RAS and BRAF are usually involved in thyroid carcinogenesis in this age group. Cervical adenomegaly is a common clinical presentation, but does not represent a poor prognostic factor in children. Ultrasound and fine needle aspiration biopsy are valuable diagnostic procedures. Surgery is the preferred treatment including thyroidectomy and ganglionary excision, followed by ablative radioiodine therapy. L-thyroxine replacement with suppressive dosage should be employed targeting chronic TSH suppression. Long-term prognosis is usually better in children when compared with adults. Plasma thyroglobulin measurement is also useful to detect residual thyroid cancer disease.

Embora o diagnóstico da Doença de Graves (DG) na infância e adolescência seja relativamente fácil, seu tratamento ainda é controverso. Pode-se utilizar fármacos anti-tireoideanos (MMZ ou PTU), porém a incidência de efeitos adversos nessa faixa etária é maior que nos adultos e a taxa de remissão é baixa, mesmo com o uso prolongado. A cirurgia é pouco indicada como tratamento inicial, sendo realizada mais freqüentemente após recidiva do tratamento medicamentoso e/ou devido aos seus efeitos adversos. A utilização da radioiodoterapia na infância e adolescência vem crescendo. Com doses adequadas, ocorre o desenvolvimento de hipotireoidismo em cerca de 90% dos casos num período de 3 a 6 meses. Os dados iniciais sugerem que o tratamento em crianças acima de 5 anos não parece estar associado a maior risco de carcinoma de tireóide. A prevalência de efeitos adversos é menor que na cirurgia. Pacientes que apresentam fatores clínicos ou laboratoriais de pior prognóstico evolutivo podem ter seu tratamento medicamentoso encurtado, sendo a indicação da radioiodoterapia realizada mais precocemente.

While the diagnosis of Graves' disease in childhood and adolescence is relatively straightforward, its treatment remains controversial. The first choice therapy is the use of anti-thyroid drugs, although side effects are more frequent than in adults and remission is low. Surgery is not usually indicated as initial treatment. Instead, it is generally recommended after recidive of the disease or due to side effects of medical treatment. The use of radioiodine therapy is increasing in this age group, especially in North America, and control of the hyperthyroidism is achieved in 3 to 6 months in 90% of the cases. There is no evidence that radioiodine therapy is associated with a higher risk of thyroid cancer, and the occurrence of side effects is lower than surgery. Based on the positive results obtained with this therapy, patients with poor responsiveness to medical treatment should be considered for early radioiodine therapy.

Objetivo: determinar a secreção de TSH em crianças com síndrome de Down, sem quadro clínico-laboratorial clássico de hipotireoidismo. Métodos: analisou-se 14 crianças com síndrome de Down e idade média de 3,4 (±1,8) anos. Excluiu-se pacientes com sintomas clássicos de hipotireoidismo ou hipertireoidismo, ou que apresentassem anticorpos antitireóide positivos. Os pacientes foram comparados a um grupo controle de 16 pacientes com idade média de 11,8 (±3,8) anos e diagnóstico de baixa estatura familial ou atraso constitucional do crescimento. Foram determinadas as concentrações de TSH, T3, T4, T4L e prolactina no tempo basal e após estímulo com TRH. Pacientes com síndrome de Down, subdivididos quanto ao TSH basal, foram comparados em relação às concentrações basais de T3, T4, T4L e prolactina. Resultados: os valores basais de TSH e de prolactina foram significativamente maiores no grupo com síndrome de Down. Após estímulo com TRH, o pico de TSH foi maior no grupo com síndrome de Down. Tanto o número de pacientes com TSH basal > 5 µU/ml, quanto o número dos que apresentaram hiper-resposta ao estímulo com TRH (pico de TSH > 30 µU/ml), foi maior no grupo com síndrome de Down. Conclusões: freqüentemente, crianças portadoras de síndrome de Down apresentam elevação do TSH basal, mesmo na presença de valores basais normais de hormônios tireoidianos e anticorpos antitireóide negativos. A maioria dessas crianças (65%) apresenta hiper-resposta ao teste de estímulo com TRH. Nossos achados demonstram que nem todas as crianças com síndrome de Down e TSH elevado apresentam quadro clássico de hipotireoidismo, sugerindo nesses pacientes uma secreção anômala de TSH de origem hipotalâmica.

Objective: to determine the thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) secretion in children with Down syndrome (DS), who do not present clinical and laboratory evidence of classical hypothyroidism and concomitant undetectable antibodies. Methods: fourteen children with DS with a mean age of 3.4 (±1.8) years were studied. Patients with classical hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism or those with positive antithyroid antibodies were excluded. The DS group was compared to a control group of 16 children with a mean age of 11.8 (±3.8) years, diagnosed as having familial short stature or constitutional growth delay. Both groups underwent hormonal measurements at basal condition to determine serum TSH, T3, T4, free T4 and prolactin concentrations and after stimulation with thyrotropin releasing hormone (TRH). Thyroid hormones concentrations were also compared when children with DS were subdivided into two groups according to their basal TSH levels. Results: basal TSH and prolactin levels were significantly higher in DS group. After stimulation with TRH, TSH peak was higher in the DS group. The number of patients presenting basal TSH levels higher than 5 µU/mL and TSH peaks higher than 30 µU/mL were significantly higher in the DS group. Conclusions: children with Down syndrome present frequent increase in basal TSH concentrations, despite the presence of normal basal thyroid hormones levels and negative antithyroid antibodies. Most of them (65%) show early intense response after TRH stimulation. Our data demonstrate that in spite of the absence of classic hypothyroidism and/or antithyroid antibodies, an abnormal pattern of TSH secretion occurred in patients with Down syndrome, possibly related to hypothalamic dysfunction.

Novos critérios para o diagnóstico e tratamento da puberdade precoce (PP) central (GnRH-dependente) têm sido propostos. Frente a uma menina com desenvolvimento sexual precoce o médico deve considerar: 1) O que é o desenvolvimento puberal normal e quando ele se inicia? O início puberal em meninas normais aparentemente tem ocorrido cada vez mais cedo. A idade limite para o desenvolvimento puberal normal é de 9 anos nos meninos e 8 anos nas meninas. Entre 6 e 8 anos, muitas meninas apresentam sinais puberais isolados, associados apenas a discreto avanço da velocidade de crescimento (VC) e da idade óssea (IO). O quadro representa uma aceleração constitucional do crescimento e puberdade e não necessita tratamento. A puberdade precoce GnRH-dependente patológica cursa com progressão dos caracteres puberais, aumento significante da VC e avanço desproporcional da IO, determinando redução da estatura final prevista. 2) Quais os valores normais de LH e FSH? Com o advento de novas técnicas os valores do normal devem ser cuidadosamente interpretados. 3) Por que devemos tratar a PP? Devido à perda estatural e comprometimento psicossocial. 4) Todas as crianças com PP necessitam tratamento? Quem deve ser tratado? Apenas as crianças com PP que apresentam avanço significante da IO e da VC com previsão de perda da estatura final e resposta puberal do LH. A etiologia do processo é investigada com a RM de crânio. Deve ser tratada com agonistas hiperativos do GnRH. Pode-se utilizar leuprolide ou triptorelina, na dose de 3,75mg IM, uma vez a cada 4 semanas. Habitualmente, obtem-se bom controle dos caracteres puberais. 5) Quais são os resultados do tratamento? Os resultados sobre a estatura final dependem do diagnóstico e tratamento precoces, preferencialmente antes dos 6 anos, e praticamente não existem efeitos colaterais importantes. 6) Quando associar o GH? Durante o tratamento com GnRHa, parte dos pacientes apresenta grande redução da VC e intenso comprometimento da previsão estatural. Nesta situação, a associação com GH pode ser considerada.

New criteria have been proposed for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with central precocious puberty (PP) (GnRH-dependent). In girls, breast and pubic hair development are occurring significantly earlier than previously suggested. Usually, the age limit to consider puberty as normal is 9 years for boys and 8 years for girls. Between ages 6 and 8 years, some girls show isolated telarche or pubarche with absent or slightly elevated growth velocity (GV) and bone age (BA). This represents a constitutional acceleration of growth and puberty, and when compared to familial target, it presents no influence on predicted final height. Long-term clinical follow-up is recommended, but usually no treatment is required. On the other hand, pathologic GnRH-dependent PP is associated to progressive pubertal manifestation, increased GV and accelerated bone maturation, with consequent negative impact on the final height. The age of clinical manifestation is variable, and in part dependent on the etiology. When starting between the ages 6 and 8 the puberty is rapidly progressive. The cause for early hypothalamic-pituitary activation should be investigated by cranial MR. GnRH-dependent PP is best treated with slow-release GnRH analogues (leuprolide or tryptorelin). The initial recommended dose is 3.75mg IM, every four weeks. With this schedule, pubertal characteristics are efficiently controlled. The results on final height are influenced by the age of diagnosis and therapy, and the best outcome is observed when treatment begins before the age of 6. During GnRHa therapy, some patients show intense decrease in GV and substantial reduction in predicted final height. In this condition, additional use of growth hormone should be considered.