Pituitary apoplexy Flashcards
1
Q
What is pituitary apoplexy?
A
Bleeding into the pituitary gland
Can lead to visual disturbances such as bitemporal hemianopsia.
2
Q
What visual pattern can pituitary apoplexy cause?
A
Bitemporal hemianopsia
This condition results from pressure on the optic chiasm.
3
Q
In which situations can pituitary apoplexy occur?
A
- Puerperium
- Due to pituitary tumors
Puerperium refers to the period following childbirth.
4
Q
What specific patient scenario might the NBME present for pituitary apoplexy?
A
A woman who just gave birth with bitemporal hemianopsia
This is a classic presentation that highlights the relationship between childbirth and pituitary apoplexy.
