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Acromegaly Presenting With Cricoarytenoid Joint Arthropathy

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Excess growth hormone in acromegaly induces characteristic acral and soft tissue overgrowth (particularly in the face and hands), arthropathies, as well as cardiovascular and metabolic complications. Similar proliferative changes can occur in the larynx, where hypertrophy of the arytenoid and cricoid cartilages may impair vocal fold mobility. We describe a rare case of acromegaly affecting the cricoarytenoid joints (CAJ), leading to proximal airway obstruction and demonstrating that these diarthrodial joints are susceptible to systemic arthropathies.

Source: The Laryngoscope

DOI: 10.1002/lary.70369

Authors: Samantha Salvi Cruz, Riley Larkin, Ioan Lina, Alexander Gelbard

Institutions: Vanderbilt University, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, University of Colorado Anschutz

Language: English

Topic: Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,840