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Aspergillus infection complicating trassphenoidal yttrium-90 pituitary implant. Report of two cases
Journal of Neurosurgery
|April 1, 1977
Abstract:
Diagnosis proved difficult in two cases of Aspergillus infection complicating yttrium-90 ablation of the pituitary. This serious complication occurs rarely. Whatever the initial organism obtained from cases with meningitis of late onset, Aspergillus infection should be considered and cerebrospinal fluid should be cultured for fungi.
Insights
Aspergillus infection is a rare complication following yttrium-90 pituitary ablation. Early consideration and fungal cultures of cerebrospinal fluid are crucial for diagnosing this serious condition.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Infectious Diseases
- Oncology
Background:
- Yttrium-90 (Y-90) pituitary ablation is a treatment for specific endocrine disorders.
- Complications, though rare, can arise from pituitary ablation procedures.