Professor Rathke ’s gift to neurosurgery: the cyst, its diagnosis, surgical management, and outcomes

ConclusionOur results reflect the philosophy of a conservative surgical approach, designed to preserve normal pituitary function, and avoid DI, while achieving the maximal feasible resection. Evacuation of the cyst contents and meticulous sampling of the cyst wall when possible for histopathological diagnosis are crucial. The postoperative relief of symptoms and signs is gratifying, as are the overall rates of recurrence and outcomes.
Source: Pituitary - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research