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Azmy M Hadidy1, Dana G Jallad, Azmi A Haroun
1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Jordan University Hospital, University of Jordan, PO Box 340621, Amman 11134, Jordan. Tel. +962 788707000.
Neurosciences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
|November 5, 2010
Summary
Pituitary MRI scans revealed that pituitary adenomas are common, with microadenomas more frequent in younger females. Findings align with existing literature on sellar and juxtasellar abnormalities.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Endocrinology
- Neuroimaging
Background:
- Pituitary and sellar region abnormalities require accurate diagnostic imaging.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a key modality for evaluating these structures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze pituitary MRI findings in a large patient cohort.
- To compare observed pituitary abnormalities with published literature data.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 1,138 pituitary MRI scans (contrast-enhanced and non-contrast) over six years.
- Evaluation for pituitary, sellar, and juxtasellar abnormalities.
Main Results:
- Of 655 abnormal scans, pituitary adenomas were most frequent (49.9%), including microadenomas (32.5%) and macroadenomas (17.4%).
- Other findings included partial empty sella (24%), diffuse pituitary enlargement (14.9%), and ectopic posterior pituitary lobe (2%).
Conclusions:
- Pituitary adenoma incidence was equal across genders, but microadenomas were more prevalent in younger females.
- The observed imaging parameters for pituitary abnormalities were consistent with existing literature.
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