non functioning pituitary tumours Flashcards

1
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define a non functioning pituitary tumour?

A

benign tumours of the pituitary gland that do not produce any active pituitary hormones.

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2
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which familial condition is associated with pituitary tumours?

A

MEN-1 syndrome

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what are the presenting symptoms and signs of pituitary tumours?

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• Headaches (due to stretching of the dura)
o Optic chiasm -bitemporal hemianopia
o pressing on the pituitary will cause panhypopituitarism

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what investigations should be carried out for pituitary tumours?

A
MRI - gold standard 
•	Pituitary blood profile: 
o	GH 
o	Prolactin
o	ACTH 
o	FH 
o	LSH 
o	TFTs
o	visual fields testing
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