hypersomatotropism

hypersomatotropism
A state characterized by abnormally enhanced secretion of pituitary growth hormone (somatotropin).

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hy·per·so·mato·trop·ism (hi″pər-so-mat″o-tropґiz-əm) excessive secretion of growth hormone, as seen in acromegaly and gigantism.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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