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1
Q

what are clinical features of septo-optic dysplasia

A
midline defect - central insisor, cleft...
hypoplasia - optic n, chiam, tract
variation of panhypopit
defect in septum pellucidum
nystagmus
microphallus
2
Q

baby presents with apnea, cyanosis and severe hypoglycemia. On exam you note a ongoing neonatal jaundice and a microphallus. Dx

A

congenital hypopituitarism

3
Q

what are CF of craniopharyngioma?

A
HA
Bilateral hemianopia - visual field issues
optic atriphy
pappilledema
CN palsy
4
Q

before you assess a patient for possible GH def, what other hormone must you ensure is normal before

A

Thyroid hormones

5
Q

how do you calculate BSA

A

BSA = Sq root Wt (Kg) x Ht (cm)/3600

6
Q

what are criteria for growth failure

A

> =2 SD below estimated parental hight
or
Below