Reversible hypothalamic obesity in a girl with suprasellar tuberculoma

Conclusion: Suprasellar tuberculoma can have a very dynamic presentation during the active stage of the disease, which can be reversed by prolonged antituberculosis treatment. Previous studies showed that the tuberculous process can also cause long term and irreversible changes in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. Prospective studies are however needed in the pediatric population to know the exact incidence and type of pituitary dysfunction.
Source: Hormone Research in Paediatrics - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research