Overview

This text provides a detailed update on current diagnostic and therapeutic techniques useful in the management of a broad spectrum of pituitary disorders.  The contents reflect the multidisciplinary approach needed for patients with disorders of the pituitary gland, with contributions from both endocrinologists and neurosurgeons, as well as specialty contributions from radiologists, ophthalmologists, pathologists, radiation oncologists, and neurologists.  The book focuses on each pituitary tumor subtype, and contains additional chapters related to other lesions of the sella, including tumor management during pregnancy and in the pediatric age group.

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Author:   Brooke Swearingen ,  Beverly M. K. Biller
Publisher:   Humana Press Inc.
Imprint:   Humana Press Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.747kg
ISBN:  

9781617378461

ISBN 10:   1617378461
Pages:   475
Publication Date:   09 November 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Molecular Pathogenesis of Pituitary Adenomas.- Pathology of Pituitary Adenomas.- Endocrinologic Approach to Evaluation of Sellar Masses.- Imaging of Pituitary Gland, Sella, Parasellar Region.- Neuro-ophthalmology of Sellar Disease.- Prolactinomas: Diagnosis and~Management.- Acromegaly: Pathogenesis, Natural History, Diagnosis.- Acromegaly: Medical Management.- Acromegaly: Surgical Management.- Cushing’s Disease: Diagnostic Evaluation.- Cushing’s Disease: Surgical Management.- Cushing’s Disease: Medical Management.- Thyrotropin-secreting Pituitary Adenomas.- Non-functioning Adenomas: Diagnosis and Treatment.- Pituitary Surgery: Techniques.- Pituitary Surgery: Peri-operative Management.- Radiation Therapy for Pituitary Adenomas.- Lymphocytic Hypophysitis and Inflammatory Disease of the Pituitary.- Pituitary Apoplexy.- Pituitary Tumors and Pregnancy.- Management of Pituitary Incidentalomas.- Sellar and Pituitary Tumors in Children.- Cystic Lesions of the Sella.

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From the reviews: The diagnosis and treatment of all major diseases of the anterior pituitary are covered in detail in this book, with an emphasis on the different types of pituitary adenomas. ! This book is addressed primarily to practicing endocrinologists, though it will be helpful for all physicians taking care of patients with pituitary diseases. ! is an excellent choice for endocrinologists and other physicians looking for a single book on pituitary disorders. It is a well written and comprehensive update on both diagnosis and treatment. (Ronald N Cohen, Doody's Review Service, July, 2008)

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