Pituitary size alteration and adverse effects of radiation therapy performed in 9 dogs with pituitary-dependent hypercortisolism
In conclusion, RT is effective to reduce pituitary size and the mass effect, but does not appear to affect blood hormone concentrations, necessitating additional medical treatment against hypercortisolism. Periodic MRI imaging post-RT enables early detection of adverse effects of RT.
Source: Research in Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
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