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Headache and the primary empty sella syndrome.

J D Browne, R I Kohut

Archives of Otolaryngology--Head & Neck Surgery

|August 1, 1986

Summary

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Headaches are common in patients with an empty sella, though the direct link is debated. Periodic evaluations are recommended for potential endocrine and visual issues.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Endocrinology
Radiology

Background:

Otolaryngology often involves diagnosing headaches.
Sellar enlargement on imaging can prompt further investigation.

Observation:

An empty sella may be incidentally found during evaluation for intrasellar neoplasms.
Patients with empty sella frequently report headaches.

Findings:

The direct causal link between empty sella and headaches remains controversial.
Endocrine and visual disturbances are rare but possible complications.

Implications:

Further research is needed to clarify the pathophysiology of headaches in empty sella.
Regular monitoring for endocrine and visual changes is crucial for patient management.