Definition:

An abnormal growth of pituitary cells. Most tumors are benign. They have variable patterns of growth and affect different people in different ways. Some are small and incidental, while others are small but cause hormone excess. Others may grow rapidly.

Treatments Available:

• Neurosurgery
• Neurology
• Stereotactic Radiosurgery

For more information:

• Pituitary Network Association

Healthwise Links

• Pituitary tumors: treatment - patient information [NCI PDQ]
• Pituitary tumors: treatment - health professional information [NCI PDQ]