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Hypophysectomy - Coggle Diagram
Hypophysectomy
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Definition
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Performed to treat tumors, especially craniopharyngioma tumors.
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It is a risky procedure, with a long recovery time. The gland may be destroyed during surgery, leaving the endocrine system without regulation. If this happens, a person will require hormone replacement.
Procedure
Person will undergo blood tests, chest X-rays or an electrocardiogram to ensure that they are fit enough to have anaesthesia
To remove the pituitary gland through the node, surgeons make an incision beneath the upper lip. They will then insert a speculum into the nasal cavity, and remove pituitary tumor with forceps
A newer method called stereotaxis involves using specialized instruments to destroy or remove tissue with pinpoint precision through tiny holes in the skull
Opening of the skull works best if tumors have extended above the cavity in which the gland is located
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Reference
Buchfelder, M Schlatter S (2010). Pituitary surgery for Cushing's disease
Jaffe, CA(2006). Clinically non-functioning pituitary adenoma
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