NINDS Empty Sella Syndrome Information Page Information sheet compiled by NINDS compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders Category Health Conditions and Diseases empty sella syndromeempty sella syndrome information sheet compiled by the National Institute ofNeurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). More about empty sella syndrome, http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/emptysella.htm
Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is a rare congenital disorder that occurs when an empty space in the brain fills with cerebrospinal fluid as a result of a deformity in the brain. Individuals with the disorder may have unusual facial features. Other symptoms may include short stature, increased bone density, headaches, and vision problems. Empty sella syndrome may also be caused by other disorders or a problem caused by some medical intervention, such as surgery. The disorder is particularly common in middle-age, obese women. Empty sella syndrome may be confused with pituitary disorders. Is there any treatment?
Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is common in women who are overweight or have high blood pressure. Characterized by an enlarged bony structure (sella turcica) that houses the pituitary gland at the base of the brain, the disorders sometimes results in high fluid pressure inside the skull. The pituitary gland is usually normal size or small. In addition to a complete medical history and medical examination, diagnostic procedures for empty sella syndrome may include: x-ray of the skull computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) - a non-invasive procedure that takes cross-sectional images of the brain or other internal organs; to detect any abnormalities that may not show up on an ordinary x-ray
Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is common in women who are overweight or have high blood pressure. Characterized by an enlarged bony structure (sella turcica) that houses the pituitary gland at the base of the brain, the disorders sometimes results in high fluid pressure inside the skull. The pituitary gland is usually normal or small in size. In addition to a complete medical history and medical examination, diagnostic procedures for empty sella syndrome may include: x-ray of the skull computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) - a non-invasive procedure that takes cross-sectional images of the brain or other internal organs; to detect any abnormalities that may not show up on an ordinary x-ray
MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Empty-sella Syndrome the condition is referred to as the empty sella syndrome. Primary empty sella syndrome occurs when a small anatomical http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000349.htm
Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: The pituitary gland Definition Return to top Absence of the pituitary gland on radiological imaging of the sella turcica, a bony structure that partly surrounds the gland. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top The pituitary gland is a small, oval gland at the base of the brain. It makes several hormones that control the function of other glands in the body including the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and gonads (ovaries or testes). The pituitary gland is partly surrounded by a bony structure called the sella turcica (Turkish saddle). When the pituitary gland is not visible on CT or MRI scans of the sella turcica, the condition is referred to as the empty sella syndrome. Primary empty sella syndrome occurs when a small anatomical defect above the pituitary gland increases pressure in the sella turcica and causes the gland to flatten out along the walls of the sella. When the sella is empty because the pituitary gland has regressed following an injury (e.g., surgery, head trauma, radiation therapy), the condition is called secondary empty sella syndrome. Primary empty sella syndrome is most often an incidental finding on radiological imaging of the brain. Pituitary function is usually normal, and patients do not have any symptoms. The hormone prolactin is mildly elevated in 10-15 % of patients, and the elevated prolactin may interfere with normal function of the testes or ovaries. Medications that suppress prolactin production (e.g., bromocriptine) are effective in correcting the problem.
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Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is a radiologic term used to describe a rare condition. Herniation of the arachnoid through a defect in the diaphragma sella or elswhere may result in pressure atrophy of the gland, resulting in an "empty" sella. The enlarged sella may actually contain sufficient functional tissue flattened along the base. Such patient's may not exhibit marked hypopituitarism. This empty sella was an incidental finding at autopsy of a 64 year old male.
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Empty Sella Syndrome empty sella syndrome is a radiological finding where spinal fluid is found within the space created for the pituitary. http://www.pituitary.org/disorders/emptysellasyndrome.php
Extractions: Empty Sella Syndrome Empty sella syndrome is a radiological finding where spinal fluid is found within the space created for the pituitary. The most common cause is a large opening in the diaphragma sellae, a membrane which sits on top of the pituitary and protects it in its socket within the bones at the base of the skull. When this opening is large, the spinal fluid pressure is transmitted to the pituitary and flattens it out within the sella. Generally, in this situation, pituitary function is normal, but a number of patients have headaches, mild hyperprolactinemia, galactorrhea, and irregular menses. In most cases, however, the pituitary functions normally as evidenced by normal thyroid functions, normal tests of adrenal function, normal somatomedin-C levels, and regular menses. Some patients have empty sella syndrome as a result of other processes such as neurosarcoidosis pituitary tumors that have degenerated, etc. Rare patients have a congenital empty sella and a coexisting pituitary tumor. Symptoms Diagnosis x-ray CT (CAT) scan Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Treatment Unless the disorder results in other medical problems, treatment is symptomatic and supportive. In some cases, surgery may be needed.
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Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is common in women who are overweight or have high blood pressure. Characterized by an enlarged bony structure (sella turcica) that houses the pituitary gland at the base of the brain, the disorders sometimes results in high fluid pressure inside the skull. The pituitary gland is usually normal size or small. In addition to a complete medical history and medical examination, diagnostic procedures for empty sella syndrome may include: x-ray of the skull computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) - a non-invasive procedure that takes cross-sectional images of the brain or other internal organs; to detect any abnormalities that may not show up on an ordinary x-ray magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a non-invasive procedure that produces two-dimensional views of an internal organ or structure, especially the brain or spinal cord
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Extractions: Empty sella syndrome is common in women who are overweight or have high blood pressure. Characterized by an enlarged bony structure (sella turcica) that houses the pituitary gland at the base of the brain, the disorders sometimes results in high fluid pressure inside the skull. The pituitary gland is usually normal size or small. In addition to a complete medical history and medical examination, diagnostic procedures for empty sella syndrome may include: x-ray of the skull computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) - a non-invasive procedure that takes cross-sectional images of the brain or other internal organs; to detect any abnormalities that may not show up on an ordinary x-ray magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a non-invasive procedure that produces two-dimensional views of an internal organ or structure, especially the brain or spinal cord
Empty Sella Syndrome Subject empty sella syndrome Topic Area Neurology General Forum The Neurologyand Neurosurgery Forum Question Posted By KYgal on Wednesday, July 24, 2002 http://www.medhelp.org/forums/neuro/messages/31907a.html
Extractions: Two years ago, I had surgery to revise a VPshunt (orginialshunt placement in 1987)and two weeks later fenestration of a ventricular cyst via neuroendoscopy. A few weeks later, I ended up with a cerebral abcess and subseqent removal of shunt and 8 wks of Vancomycin IV. MRI following treatment showed empty sella syndrome and microcystic fibromylasia where shunt had been. The neurosurgeon said that the empty sella was nothing to be concerned about. Since the surgery, I have had basically no libido, tired all the time, joints ache, difficulty concentrating, poor memory, and now headaches again. Another MRI was done by family Dr. to see if cyst had returned. The MRI showed the same as last. Seen by a neurologist. No one concerned about empty sella. Perhaps it is because I am middle age, overweight, and have hypertension? (yes, I have read about it!) However, I did not have the empty sella syndrome before the surgery and infection, nor did I have these symptoms. Should I be concerned?
Empty Sella Syndrome CAUSED BY SURGERY Subject empty sella syndrome CAUSED BY SURGERY Topic Area Neurology General ForumThe Neurology and Neurosurgery Forum Question Posted By cindy on Sunday http://www.medhelp.org/forums/neuro/archive/9173.html
Extractions: In 1994 I had a small pineal gland cyst, I had a pituitary gland of normal size and configuration. My problem was not in my brain. My problem was disc problems in the Cervical and Thoracic areas. After my last surgery, I continued to worsen, this time with symptoms which appeared to be autonomic in nature. I have developed all kinds of strange symptoms, some seeming related to the heart. A new brain MRI was done. It shows a Empty Sella. Where did my pituitary gland go to? Do surgeries cause your pituitary gland to disappear and present as an Empty Sella? Could this be causing all these autonomic problems? I have checked your info files and it says that the pituitary gland disappears.
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Health Library - Empty Sella Syndrome empty sella syndrome. The primary from of empty sella syndrome is a rare inheriteddisorder of the brain that is transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait. http://health_info.nmh.org/Library/HealthGuide/IllnessConditions/topic.asp?hwid=
