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Pituitary stones.

G Di Chiro, R Saldino, W L McGuffin

    Annals of Internal Medicine
    |July 11, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pituitary stones, or calcification within the sella turcica, are rare but benign conditions. Long-term follow-up of two patients confirms their non-progressive and harmless nature.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Radiology
    • Neurosurgery

    Background:

    • Calcification within the sella turcica, commonly referred to as pituitary stones, is an infrequently encountered clinical finding.
    • While often incidental, the nature and clinical significance of these calcifications require careful evaluation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present two cases of pituitary stones with detailed radiographic and endocrinologic data.
    • To emphasize the rarity and benign characteristics of bona fide pituitary stones based on long-term patient follow-up.

    Main Methods:

    • Case study analysis of two patients with sella turcica calcifications.
    • Radiographic assessment including imaging techniques to characterize the calcifications.
    • Endocrinologic profiling to evaluate pituitary function.

    Main Results:

    • Detailed radiographic findings are presented for both patients.
    • Endocrinologic profiles revealed no significant hormonal dysfunction related to the calcifications.
    • One patient was followed for 18 years, demonstrating the stable and benign nature of the condition.

    Conclusions:

    • Bona fide pituitary stones are rare findings in clinical practice.
    • The reported cases suggest that pituitary stones are benign and non-progressive, with no adverse impact on pituitary function over extended periods.

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