Guidelines and Useful Links - Endocrine Society of Australia (ESA)
While we aim to keep all lists of links of high quality, the inclusion of a link does not imply that ESA endorses or otherwise approves that site or the information contained therein. Members must make their own judgment about any information that they obtain from any linked site. Last update completed in September 2024.
Guidelines marked with ** indicates that ESA has endorsed these guidelines as conducted with appropriate scientific rigour and with due regard to equity, diversity and inclusion. Some aspects of these guidelines may not be compatible with local practice and Members must make their own judgement about any information within these guidelines.
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Harmonisation of Endocrine Dynamic Testing -Adult (HEDTA)
Download Harmonisation of Endocrine Dynamic Testing -Adult (HEDTA)
The **HEDTA manual** is a joint initiative from **ESA/AACB/RCPA** and is freely available. The information is a guide only and needs to be verified by individual clinicians and laboratories prior to use. Queries can be directed to the chair of the HEDTA working party.
Adrenal
Adrenal Incidentalomas
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Primary Aldosteronism
Adrenal Insufficiency
Cushing’s Syndrome/Cushing’s Disease
Adrenocortical Carcinoma
Bone and Calcium
Osteoporosis
Paget’s Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
- Endocrine Society of Australia, Australian & New Zealand endocrine surgeons, and the Australian and New Zealand bone and mineral society position statement:
Hypoparathyroidism
Thyroid
American Thyroid Association Guidelines
- Includes guidelines on thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, hypo- or hyperthyroidism, thyroid disease in pregnancy and postpartum: ATA Professional Guidelines
European Thyroid Association Guidelines
- Includes guidelines on both adults and pediatric population regarding thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, hypo- or hyperthyroidism, post-iodine contrast and amiodarone induced thyroid dysfunction, thyroid disorders for assisted reproduction and pregnancy, Graves’ orbitopathy: ETA Guidelines
Pituitary
Pituitary Incidentaloma
Hypopituitarism
Pituitary Tumours
GH Deficiency
The **Endocrine Society of Australia (ESA) endorses the principle** that adults with GH deficiency should be considered for GH replacement therapy, provided they are accurately diagnosed and meet rigorous diagnostic criteria. The ESA recommends the **guidelines of the Endocrine Society** for diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring, and **does not** support the use of GH in adults **without** GH deficiency.
Obesity/Metabolic
Obesity Management
Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
Male Reproductive Endocrinology
Hypogonadism (Testosterone Therapy)
Male Sexual Dysfunction
Klinefelter Syndrome
Female Reproductive Endocrinology
Turner Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
Menopause
Transgender Medicine
