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[Cushing's disease. Current data on its course and treatment]
Annales D'Endocrinologie
|January 1, 1983
Summary
Trans-sphenoidal microadenomectomy is a key treatment for Cushing's disease. Long-term follow-up is crucial to evaluate surgical success and recurrence rates for ACTH hypersecretion.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Neurosurgery
Background:
- Cushing's disease is characterized by ACTH hypersecretion.
- Trans-sphenoidal microadenomectomy is a primary surgical intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review pathophysiological theories of ACTH hypersecretion in Cushing's disease.
- To analyze the outcomes of trans-sphenoidal microadenomectomy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of pathophysiological theories.
- Analysis of surgical outcomes including success, failure, and recurrence.
Main Results:
- Trans-sphenoidal microadenomectomy results are presented.
- Post-surgical evolution patterns are discussed.
Conclusions:
- Long-term patient follow-up is essential.
- Efficacy assessment of trans-sphenoidal surgery requires extended monitoring.