Pituary abscess mimicking pituitary adenomia: A review of three cases seen at The Philippine General Hospital from 2000-2007.
- Author:
Frances Lina LANTION-ANG
;
Michelle V. LEMONCITO
- Publication Type:Journal Article, Original
- Keywords:
HypernatremiaHypocortisolemia
- MeSH:
Pituitary Abscess;
Thyromegaly
- From:
Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine
2009;47(3):143-150
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Pituitary abscesses are rare but potentially life-threatening disorders. Headaches, pituitary insufficiency and visual disturbances are the most common clinical manifestations mimicking pituitary adenoma.