Pituitary hyposignal characteristic of hemochromatosis on MRI

Pituitary haemochromatosis is an endocrine disorder caused by the accumulation of iron due to a lack of absorption during haemochromatosis. The characteristic appearance on MRI is a T2 and T2* hyposignal of the anterior pituitary gland without enhancement, respecting the pituitary stalk and the posterior pituitary gland. Diagnosis is essential for early treatment. AbstractPituitary haemochromatosis is an endocrine disorder caused by the accumulation of iron due to a lack of absorption during haemochromatosis. The characteristic appearance on MRI is a T2 and T2* hyposignal of the anterior pituitary gland without enhancement, respecting the pituitary stalk and the posterior pituitary gland.

Source: Clinical Case Reports - January 12, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: Romeo Thierry Yehouenou Tessi, Rita Koudouhonon Oze, Mustapha Outznit, Ihssan Hadj Hsain, Ittimade Nassar, Nabil Moatassim Billah Tags: CASE IMAGE Source Type: research