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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 22h

New research in our Barocrinology collection 🔬 Sreevatsa Tatachar et al. examine post-bariatric hypoglycaemia following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, highlighting its variable presentation and the importance of individualised, multidisciplinary management. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-26-0480

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Final PMOS Awareness Month Research Highlight Gabriela Rosas et al. found that prenatal estradiol valerate exposure in rats led to reproductive disruptions at puberty that progressed to a PMOS-like phenotype in adulthood. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🦴 New research by Christos Gravvanis et al. examines vitamin D optimization in adults with Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Vitamin D optimisation was associated with improvements in selected quality-of-life domains and favourable changes in bone metabolism markers. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-26-0382

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

How should clinicians manage current or previous non-medical androgen use? A new Society for Endocrinology position statement in Endocrine Connections reviews the evidence on health consequences, recovery following cessation and management strategies. 🔗 Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🔬 PMOS Awareness Month | Research Highlight Sifu Ha et al. developed and externally validated a model to predict clinical pregnancy within 12 months in women with PMOS (previously PCOS), supporting more individualised pregnancy counselling. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

New in Endocrine Connections: AI is emerging as a valuable tool in the evaluation and management of thyroid nodules and cancer. This new review explores current evidence, clinical applications and the importance of real-world validation. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🔬 PMOS Awareness Month | Research Highlight Xueming Huang et al. review links between microbiota and androgen metabolism in PMOS (previously PCOS), including the potential role of Toll-like receptors (TLRs). 🔗Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

How is systemic treatment for adrenal malignancies evolving? Jorge H Hernandez-Felix et al. review current and emerging approaches for adrenocortical carcinoma and pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma. Part of the Pearls and Pitfalls in Adrenal Malignancies collection. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

🔬 PMOS Awareness Month: Research Highlight Marine Monney et al. review the potential role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in PCOS, including their effects on weight, menstrual cycles, testosterone levels and glucose homeostasis. 🔗Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

What does effective transition in care look like for patients with rare endocrine conditions? Explore the articles published so far in the Endo-ERN Vol II: Rare Diseases and Transition in Care special collection in Endocrine Connections. 🔗 journals.bioscientifica.com/ec/pages/end...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🔬 PMOS Research Highlight Zhen Wang et al. explore age-specific AMH screening criteria for PMOS, identifying different thresholds across three age groups. The findings showed high sensitivity, specificity and accuracy, but further validation is needed. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September is PMOS Awareness Month Previously known as PCOS, Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) reflects the condition’s endocrine, metabolic & reproductive implications. This month, we will highlight research advancing our understanding of PMOS. www.yourhormones.info/endocrine-co...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

A new review by Sara Donato et al. review established and emerging biomarkers of metastatic risk in pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma, including genetic, biochemical, molecular and imaging biomarkers. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The latest article in our Reproductive Endocrinology 2025 collection explores the emerging extragonadal roles of FSH and LH, including effects on bone, adipose tissue and the brain, and their potential links to osteoporosis, obesity and dementia. By Se-Min Kim et al. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

How specific is the desmopressin stimulation test for Cushing disease? New research by Henrik Elenius et al. found that 50% of healthy volunteers met commonly used response criteria, highlighting the need to optimise diagnostic cut-offs. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

New research in by Alexander Krawzow et al. finds 11-deoxycortisol had the strongest diagnostic performance for adrenal insufficiency in the overnight oral metyrapone test. Other hormone measurements and pituitary function tests may provide useful additional information. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

New review in our Barocrinology collection: Wei Yang & Tricia M-M Tan explore post-bariatric hypoglycaemia, from altered gut physiology and incretin responses to emerging roles for serotonin, bile acids and the microbiome, alongside mechanism-based treatment strategies. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/RAF-...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Later menopause is often thought to reduce osteoporosis risk - but does that protection last into older age? A new study by Zhou et al. of 5,804 postmenopausal women found no significant association between age at menopause and osteoporosis risk. 🦴 Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Rethinking obesity through a new endocrine lens 🔬 New commentary “A quantum approach to the endocrinology of obesity” explores the GH–IGF-1 network and its role in understanding obesity. Part of: Barocrinology: The Science of Obesity Medicine 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

New research by Moritz Schrenk et al. identifies type II muscle fiber atrophy in active endogenous Cushing's syndrome, with mitochondrial alterations that persisted after remission. The findings highlight the need for further mechanistic studies. 📖 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

New article in our Adrenal Special Collection: Can artificial intelligence transform adrenal imaging? A review by Mucha et al. explores AI's potential to improve the detection and characterisation of adrenal lesions, while outlining the challenges to clinical adoption. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-26-0267

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

💫 European Society of Endocrinology Member Paper Highlight Could circular RNAs improve the diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes? This systematic review identifies promising biomarker candidates. Congratulations to the authors! doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Ying Ke et al.! Their paper, Predicting time to glycemic stability in hospitalized type 2 diabetes patients using insulin resistance indices, has been selected as the Q2 Editors' Choice Award in Endocrine Connections. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

New research by Yoo-Mi Kim et al: A 10-year interim analysis of over 5,000 Korean children found low rates of adverse drug reactions with recombinant human growth hormone therapy, supporting its long-term safety while highlighting the need for continued surveillance. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

How do daily rhythms in bone turnover markers affect osteoporosis treatment? Megan M. Tidd & Christine M. Swanson review the circadian regulation of bone turnover markers and its implications for clinical practice, research, and fracture healing. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What molecular pathways connect metabolic syndrome and coronary artery disease? New research by Nuojin Wang et al. identifies ADRB2 and KDM6A as potential shared diagnostic biomarkers using integrated bioinformatics and machine learning approaches. Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Future fertility is an important consideration for boys undergoing gonadotoxic treatments in childhood. In this new review, Ferrari et al. explore current approaches to fertility preservation in prepubertal boys and the challenges of long-term management and follow-up. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

New study: Hans Perrild et al. provide an overview of postgraduate endocrinology training across 35 European countries, examining accreditation processes, training structures and trainee numbers. The findings may help inform future workforce planning and training standards. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

How does pseudohypoparathyroidism (PHP1) influence growth and weight development? Yi Yang et al. developed growth charts for underage Chinese PHP1 patients, revealing early growth plateau, short stature and earlier, more persistent weight gain in PHP-1A patients. Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🏆 @socendocrinology.bsky.social Member Paper Highlight Could once-daily low-dose prednisolone offer advantages over standard hydrocortisone replacement? Congratulations to Ssemmondo et al. on their paper's selection by the EiC and Deputy EiC of Endocrine Connections! doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Hair loss in PCOS (now called PMOS) may signal broader endocrine and metabolic dysfunction. A new review by Farzaneh Motafeghi et al. explores how insulin resistance, inflammation and genetic susceptibility contribute to androgenetic alopecia in PMOS. Read the review here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

New research by Ying Ke et al: a predictive nomogram using the TyG index, fasting insulin, age & HbA1c may help estimate time to glycemic stability in hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes receiving intensive insulin therapy. 🔗Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

⏰ Last call for Editor(s)-in-Chief applications for Endocrine Connections. Applications close 31 May 2026. Help shape the future of the journal and support the global endocrinology community. Start date: 1 January 2027 Apply & learn more: ec.bioscientifica.com/page/EIC-vac...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

New review by Apostolos I Gogakos et al. explores links between microplastics, nanoplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals and bone health. Part of the Novelties in Bone and Calcium Phosphate Disorders special collection. Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

PCOS is being renamed PMOS - Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. A global consensus reframing this complex endocrine and metabolic condition affecting 170M women worldwide. A clearer name for better diagnosis and care.

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

So many great conversations at #ECE2026! Thanks to everyone who’s stopped by to talk about Endocrine Connections - we’ve been delighted by the interest. Catch us on the final day tomorrow if you’re here 👋

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

New review article in the "Endo-ERN Vol II: Rare Diseases and Transition in Care" special collection assesses 5-year evaluation of Endo-ERN healthcare providers, focusing on on-site audits in rare endocrine care networks. By Emily K White et al. Read more: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Endocrine Connections is heading to #ECE2026 in Prague! Come and join us at the European Congress of Endocrinology, hosted by our co-owning society, @esendocrinology.bsky.social, to chat all things publishing and research 👋 See you there!

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

How well are young people with rare endocrine conditions supported when moving to adult care? New research shows major gaps across Europe - including inconsistent transition models and limited coordination between services. Part of our joint Endo-ERN special collection. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

A new study by C J de Gans examined estradiol levels and sleep in 4,754 men and women. Overall, estradiol was not clearly linked to sleep quality or timing, though those in the highest 10% reported slightly better sleep. 🔗Read the full study: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

New research by Andrew A. Dwyer et al. evaluates a co-designed website for congenital hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Patients were involved at every stage, the site scored >88% on quality, and 95% would recommend it. Part of Reproductive Endocrinology 2025. 🔗 Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

New review by Kettyuscia Coelho e Oliveira et al.: Childhood obesity may influence puberty timing in boys and girls through hormones like leptin and insulin, as well as gut microbiota. 🔗 Read the full review here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

How does postpartum stress impact long-term reproductive health? New research by Gary Joseph et al. finds that a higher cortisol-to-cortisone ratio after childbirth is linked to lower AMH levels - even 10 years later. 🔗 Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Register now for the first webinar in our new series supporting the Endo-ERN Vol II: Rare Diseases and Transition in Care collection. Endo-ERN x Endocrine Connections: Genetic Testing Approaches as the Basis for Personalized Medicine 📅 10 June 2026 | 16:00–17:00 endo-ern.eu/event/placeh...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

We’re proud to announce that our Q1 Editor's Choice Award goes to the article: “Elexacaftor–tezacaftor–ivacaftor enhances first-phase insulin secretion and improves glucose control in cystic fibrosis”. 🎉💙 Congratulations to the authors! Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-25-0690

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

April 8th is Cushing's Awareness Day 💛💙 Today we’re highlighting 3 studies exploring: - Cardiac remodelling in ACTH-dependent disease: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2... - Venous thromboembolism risk in patients: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2... - Recovery of adrenal function after surgery: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

"Adrenal tumour diagnostic pathway: findings from a UK national survey” by Sherwin Criseno et al., the 2nd article published in: Pearls and Pitfalls in Adrenal Malignancies. The survey highlights guideline adherence and variability in multidisciplinary practice. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

🌙 First article in our Endocrine Rhythms collection is live! C.J. de Gans et al. explore how estradiol levels relate to sleep in 4,754 adults - minor links in the highest levels, but key insights for understanding hormonal cycles. Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

📢Applications are open for Editor(s)-in-Chief of Endocrine Connections (co-Editor-in-Chief pairs welcome). Lead the journal’s strategy, peer review and global growth. ⏱️Deadline: 31 May 2026 🔗For more info: ec.bioscientifica.com/page/EIC-vac...

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Endocrine Connections @endoconnect.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

@esendocrinology.bsky.social Member Paper Highlight: Discontinuing rhGH at mid-puberty in adolescents with GHD did not reduce patient-reported QoL, while parents reported slightly higher well-being. Congrats to Joeri Vliegenthart et al.! 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

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