The key to controlling acromegaly is to understand that it is a treatable condition. To get the best results, it's important to make a commitment to maintain your care over the long term. While surgery is considered first-line therapy for most people with acromegaly, it is not indicated for everyone, and its effectiveness as a cure depends on factors such as the size of the pituitary tumor, invasiveness of the pituitary tumor, and the skill of the surgeon. Patients with a microadenoma have about an 85% chance of remission with surgery, whereas for those with macroadenoma, the chances of remission are lower — about 30%.
You and your healthcare provider will determine the treatment plan that will work best for you. Patients who follow their acromegaly treatment plan can maintain or even improve their health over the long term. This section of the site provides basic information about the treatment of acromegaly, including:
