gigantism

• Medizinischer Zustand, der durch übermäßiges Wachstum und eine abnorm große Körpergestalt gekennzeichnet ist, meist verursacht durch eine übermäßige Produktion des Wachstumshormons durch die Hypophyse.

A medical condition characterized by excessive growth and abnormally large stature, typically resulting from an overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland.

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1. Medical conditionB2formalmedical

   A condition characterized by excessive growth and height, typically caused by an overproduction of growth hormone from the pituitary gland before the closure of the epiphyseal plates.

   Medizinischer Zustand

   • Gigantism is often diagnosed in childhood or adolescence.
   • The patient's gigantism was caused by a benign pituitary tumor.
   • Early treatment can help manage the effects of gigantism.

   Synonymegiantism

2. Excessive sizeB2formal

   The state or quality of being abnormally large in size or stature.

   Gigantismus

   • The gigantism of the ancient redwood trees is awe-inspiring.
   • Some species of dinosaurs are known for their gigantism.
   • The gigantism of the building made it a landmark in the city.

   Synonymeenormousnessgiantismimmensity

   Antonymedwarfismruntinesssmallness