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LYMPHOCYTIC HYPOPHYSITIS: A RARE AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER PRESENT IN A LARGE SUPRA SELLAR MASS HAVING COMPLETE RESOLUTION WITH STEROIDS.

Abstract
Significant proportion of sellar masses is seen in clinical practice. They range from most common pituitary adenomas to rare inflammatory lesions. Presentation can vary and depends if it secretes any hormone or imparts a pressure effect upon the surrounding vital structures. Radiological imaging coupled with histopathology is important tools of diagnosis. Management options depend upon type of disease.
AuthorsMirza Faisal Ahmed Rafiq, Umar Farooq, Adil Aziz Khan, Noor-ul-Ain
JournalJournal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC (J Ayub Med Coll Abbottabad) 2015 Apr-Jun Vol. 27 Issue 2 Pg. 482-5 ISSN: 1025-9589 [Print] Pakistan
PMID26411146 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Glucocorticoids
Topics
  • Adult
  • Autoimmune Diseases (diagnosis, drug therapy, immunology)
  • Female
  • Glucocorticoids (therapeutic use)
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Pituitary Diseases (diagnosis, drug therapy, immunology)
  • Pituitary Gland (pathology)

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