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Spinal cord surgery and galactorrhea: a case report

W A Faubion1, S Nader

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, USA.

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|August 1, 1997
PubMed
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A 39-year-old woman experienced amenorrhea and galactorrhea post-spinal cord surgery. This suggests neuroendocrine pathway activation during the surgical procedure.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroendocrinology
  • Surgical Neurology

Background:

  • Amenorrhea and galactorrhea are symptoms that can indicate hormonal imbalances.
  • Spinal cord surgery involves complex procedures with potential effects on various bodily systems.

Observation:

  • A 39-year-old nonpregnant woman presented with amenorrhea (absence of menstruation) and galactorrhea (inappropriate milk production).
  • These symptoms occurred following spinal cord surgery.

Findings:

  • The patient's symptoms suggest a disruption of the normal hormonal regulation.
  • Activation of the afferent neuroendocrine pathway is hypothesized as the cause.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a potential, previously unreported complication of spinal cord surgery.
  • Further research may be needed to understand and prevent neuroendocrine disturbances after such surgeries.

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