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[Infertility Due to Hyperprolactinemia in Empty Sella : A Case Report].
Taizo Kazama1, Kenji Yasuda1, Hitomi Kimura1
1The Department of Urology, Saiseikai Toyama Hospital.
Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
|May 10, 2019
Summary
Hyperprolactinemia caused hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in a male patient, leading to infertility. Treatment with cabergoline normalized hormone levels and improved fertility, resulting in conception.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Reproductive Medicine
- Urology
Background:
- Hyperprolactinemia is a common endocrine disorder that can cause hypogonadism and infertility in men.
- Acquired hypogonadotropic hypogonadism is a condition characterized by low levels of gonadotropins (FSH and LH) and testosterone.
- Empty sella turcica is a condition where the pituitary gland shrinks or becomes flattened, often associated with hormonal imbalances.
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