Pituitary Neoplasms

Overview

Neoplasms which arise from or metastasize to the PITUITARY GLAND. The majority of pituitary neoplasms are adenomas, which are divided into non-secreting and secreting forms. Hormone producing forms are further classified by the type of hormone they secrete. Pituitary adenomas may also be characterized by their staining properties (see ADENOMA, BASOPHIL; ADENOMA, ACIDOPHIL; and ADENOMA, CHROMOPHOBE). Pituitary tumors may compress adjacent structures, including the HYPOTHALAMUS, several CRANIAL NERVES, and the OPTIC CHIASM. Chiasmal compression may result in bitemporal HEMIANOPSIA.

This information is general and should not be treated as medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about treatment, diagnosis, procedures, medicines or care.

Quick facts about Pituitary Neoplasms

Topic type

Condition

Category

Oncology

MeSH classification

C04.588.322.609|C04.588.614.250.195.885.500.600|C10.228.140.211.885.500.600|C10.228.140.617.477.600|C10.228.140.617.738.675|C10.551.240.250.700.500.500|C19.344.609|C19.700.734

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