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Cost for treatment

Diagnosis of pituitary adenoma
979
Transsphenoidal resection of pituitary adenoma
8711.14
Neurological rehabilitation Phase C
2000
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals! The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Muenster ranks among the top German hospitals! The hospital belongs to the most prestigious medical institutions in Germany. The hospital is distinguished by a high professionalism of its doctors, state-of-the-art technological equipment and the availability of the most ad
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According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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The University Hospital Giessen UKGM positions itself as an ultramodern medical facility with outstanding quality of medical care. The hospital presents almost all areas of medicine, ranging from ophthalmology to traumatology and dentistry. The priorities of the hospital’s activities include surgery, neurosurgery, oncology
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The University Hospital Saarland Homburg is the largest hospital in the city of Homburg and the most important medical facility in the region. The hospital, which currently has 30 specialized departments and 20 institutes, was founded in 1947 and operates on the basis of Saarland University. The hospital plays a leading role in
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Ruettenscheid began its work back in 1870, and large-scale restoration took place here in 1980. The medical facility is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it has access to innovations in the medical field, and also makes its own contribution to the develo
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The University Hospital HM Monteprincipe Madrid is rightfully recognized as one of the best and most advanced medical facilities in Madrid and throughout the whole country. The hospital was opened in 1998 and in a short time has become a worthy example of top-class medical services. The hospital is part of the HM Hospitales Grou
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The Bundeswehr Hospital Berlin enjoys a reputation as one of the leading medical facilities in Germany, where patients receive top-class medical care corresponding to the high standards of European university medicine. The medical center is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin – the largest and th
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Bogenhausen Munich ranks among the ten best medical centers in Bavaria and among the top 50 medical facilities in Germany! The medical facility is the Academic Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. The modern hospital with the highest level of services annuall
The Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul is the largest and leading medical complex in Turkey, which meets the highest standards of medical care when providing the advanced diagnostics and treatment using the very latest methods. The hospital is part of the Memorial Health Group – it was the first project of this provider of m
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University Clinic of Neurology specializes in the surgical treatment of acute and chronic diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system, its blood supply, and nerve sheaths, as well as in preoperative and postoperative care for patients. Tumor formation of the brain and spinal cord, vascular diseases of the central nervo
The Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center is the second largest and one of the most advanced healthcare and research facilities in Israel. It began its work in 1961, but it is still popular among the local population and attracts thousands of international patients. The multidisciplinary medical center covers an area of ​​150,000 m&s
Sana Hospital Duisburg
Sana Hospital Duisburg
Overall rating9.8 / 10
The Sana Hospital Duisburg is a maximum care medical center with 678 beds and 17 specialized departments. With the very latest innovations and high quality patient care, the clinic works for the benefit of a person and their health. The hospital ranks among the leading clinics in the region. In 2013, the hospital
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The Primus Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi is a modern medical facility, which is distinguished by extremely high quality and standards of medical service. The hospital is located in the heart of New Delhi, in the capital of India. During its design and construction, the most advanced medical technologies from around the wor
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
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About the disease

A pituitary adenoma is a tumor of the pituitary gland, which is usually benign and noncancerous. Located in the brain just behind the eyes, the pituitary gland is an important part of the endocrine system, and is responsible for producing the hormones in the body. In most cases, a pituitary adenoma will develop in the anterior part of the gland.

The various types of pituitary adenoma are generally categorized as functional and nonfunctional. Functional adenomas may secrete hormones such as the growth hormone, prolactin, for example. Nonfunctional hormones do not secrete any hormones. They are also described as macro and micro adenomas, depending on their size. The larger variety of adenoma can grow more than 1 cm in size. These tumors are considered dangerous, as they can have a detrimental effect on a person’s vision or cause hormone deficiency.

Common in adults, especially among the elderly, a pituitary adenoma only rarely develops in children. Although 20% of adults have a pituitary adenoma, most of them are unaware of its presence. Although these adenomas are usually harmless, they can sometimes cause serious health problems because of their affect on the endocrine system. In extremely rare cases, the pituitary adenoma can become malignant.

The impact of the tumor depends on its size and also on whether or not it causes the pituitary gland to secrete the kind of hormones that have a negative effect on the body. There may be no noticeable symptoms for years. However, if the adenoma is very large or has been developing for a long period of time, symptoms may manifest themselves as follows:

Symptoms

  • Infertility
  • No menstruation in women
  • Low libido
  • Low testosterone levels and impotence in men
  • Increased growth of body hair, in some cases
  • Excessive sweating
  • Joint and muscle pain
  • Weight gain/loss
  • Anxiety
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Vision loss

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will ask the patient if they have experienced any of the symptoms, listed above.
  • The doctor will consult the patient’s medical history, to determine whether any other conditions could be causing similar symptoms.
  • An ophthalmologist will check the patient’s sight, to find out whether their eyes have been affected.
  • The patient’s blood, urine and saliva will be tested, to find out if an excess of particular hormones is causing the problems.
  • An MRI or CT scan can be useful in finding out whether or not the patient has a tumor, by creating detailed images of the pituitary gland. 

Treatment

  • A transsphenoidal resection is a surgical procedure whereby the tumor is removed, in order to normalize the function of the pituitary gland. The tumor is removed without entering the brain, which lowers the risk of complications.
  • Certain medications that block the production of excessive hormones may be prescribed, along with radiation therapy, before or after the surgery.
  • If the tumor is large, it will usually need to be operated on. However, if it is relatively small and does not influence the production of hormones, close observation by a doctor may be preferred.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko