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Upward oriented sellar spine. MRI findings. A case report
M Carpenzano1, E Marini, R E Valenti
1Department of Neuroradiology, Bellaria Hospital; Bologna, Italy - elisacarpenzano@virgilio.it.
The Neuroradiology Journal
|October 24, 2013
Summary
A rare sellar spine, a congenital malformation, was found vertically oriented, uniquely displacing the pituitary stalk. This case highlights unusual anatomical variations and aids in understanding sellar region development.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Developmental Biology
- Radiology
Background:
- The sellar spine is a rare congenital malformation.
- It results from the persistence of a notochord rest in the fetal sella turcica.
- This anatomical variation can affect structures within the sella turcica.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a unique case of a vertically oriented sellar spine.
- To detail the anatomical displacement of the pituitary stalk caused by this malformation.
- To discuss the associated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings.
Main Methods:
- Case report.
- Review of medical imaging (MRI).
Main Results:
- A unique case of a vertically oriented sellar spine was identified.
- The sellar spine displaced the pituitary stalk upwards and forwards.
- Specific MRI findings characteristic of this displacement were observed.
Conclusions:
- This case expands the understanding of sellar spine variations.
- The findings emphasize the importance of detailed radiological assessment in the sellar region.
- Further research may elucidate the clinical implications of such anatomical variations.
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