MRI Atlas of Pituitary Pathology

By Kevin M. Pantalone, Stephen E. Jones, Robert J. Weil and Amir H. Hamrahian

MRI Atlas of Pituitary Imaging focuses on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), the imaging modality of choice for the evaluation of pituitary disorders, since it provides a detailed anatomy of the pituitary gland and surrounding structures, particularly the soft tissues. A basic understanding and interpretation of MRI is important for many clinicians outside of the field of radiology, especially endocrinologists who may receive limited formal training in such areas.

This concise Atlas includes a brief review of the principles of magnetic resonance imaging and then reinforces these principles by utilizing a case-based approach to review various pituitary pathologies. The Atlas serves as a strong clinical teaching aid for endocrinologists, radiologists, and neurosurgeons in training. It also serves as a great reference for physicians who are currently in practice.

• Provides readers with a simple, visual approach for the evaluation of pituitary images
• Features 160 high-resolution images of the most common to the rarest of disorders affecting the pituitary
• Serves an audience of fellows, residents, and clinicians in endocrinology, radiology, neurosurgery, and anyone involved in the multidisciplinary diagnosis of pituitary disease

• Language: English
• Publisher: Academic Press
• Release date: Feb 5, 2015
• ISBN: 9780128026618

Kevin M. Pantalone

Dr. Pantalone is a board certified Associate Staff Endocrinologist at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He currently serves as the Director of Clinical Research in the Department of Endocrinology. Dr. Pantalone is a graduate of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. His clinical focus is on the glycemic management of type 2 diabetes, as well as the diagnosis and management of low testosterone in men, thyroid disorders, and pituitary tumors.

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MRI Atlas of Pituitary Pathology

Kevin M. Pantalone, DO

Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA

Stephen E. Jones, MD, PhD

Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA

Robert J. Weil, MD

Geisinger Health System, PA, USA

Amir H. Hamrahian, MD

Chief, Endocrinology, Professor of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE; Staff Endocrinologist, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA

Table of Contents

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Title page

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Atlas of Pituitary Imaging

Introduction

Normal Pituitary Gland Anatomy

MRI Interpretation

Pituitary Adenoma

Pituitary Microadenoma

Pituitary Macroadenoma

Pituitary Macroadenoma

Pituitary Macroadenoma with Stalk Deviation

Pituitary Macroadenoma with Mild Superior Displacement on the Optic Chiasm

Large Invasive Pituitary Macroadenoma

Patient with a Giant Invasive Prolactinoma

Pituitary Adenoma with Cavernous Sinus Invasion

Cystic Pituitary Macroadenoma (Figure 1.15)

Atypical/Ectopic Adenomas

Cystic Lesions

Pituicytoma

Chordoma

Empty Sella (Figure 1.24)

Germinoma

Craniopharyngioma

Meningioma

Pituitary Hyperplasia

Anatomic Variations

Pituitary Stalk Transection

Vascular Lesions (Aneurysm)

Infiltrative Disorders

Metastases

Primary Pituitary Lymphoma

Pituitary Infection/Abscess

Postoperative Pituitary Imaging

Apoplexy

Volume Averaging

CT Sella

References

Index

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