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100年10月內科部教學活動測驗 The following statements regarding acromegaly are correct, except? ()Mostly it is caused by over-secretion of growth hormone (GH) from pituitary adenoma. (B)Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) is stimulated by excessive GH. (C)When diagnosed, two thirds of the adenomas are microadenomas (greatest diameter 1.0 cm). (D) When diagnosed, two thirds of the adenomas are macroadenomas (greatest diameter ≥ 1.0 cm). (E)The disease activity is insidious in progression. 2. The treatment strategies for acromegaly include: (A)Surgical removal of the adenoma. (B)Dopamine agonist (e.g. ca