Sella and Suprasellar Brain Tumours and Infiltrarive Disorders Affecting the HPA-Axis

Autor: Christine G. Yedinak
Rok vydání: 2019
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Zdroj: Advanced Practice in Endocrinology Nursing ISBN: 9783319998152
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-99817-6_14
Popis: The pituitary is a unique organ that is key to maintaining end organ function. However, it is particularly susceptible to some tumors, cysts, and infiltrates. Disruption of pituitary function may help target symptom etiology, but can lead to significant morbidity and mortality if not treated effectively.
Databáze: OpenAIRE