MRI of infarction of a cavernous sinus tumor in Nelson's syndrome

We report the MRI appearances of an infarcted cavernous sinus tumor in a patient with Nelson's syndrome. Invasive tumors of the pituitary extending to the cavernous sinus are discussed and the role of MRI in preoperative investigation is highlighted.

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Published in:Neuroradiology 1996, Vol.38 (1), p.47-49
Main Authors: EUSTACE, S, BUFF, B, ECKLUND, K, DEGIROLAMI, U, FISCHER, E. G
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adrenalectomy
Biological and medical sciences
Cavernous Sinus - pathology
Cerebral Infarction - diagnosis
Cushing Syndrome - surgery
Endocrinopathies
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Hypothalamus. Hypophysis. Epiphysis (diseases)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Nelson Syndrome - diagnosis
Non tumoral diseases. Target tissue resistance. Benign neoplasms
Postoperative Complications - diagnosis
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Summary:We report the MRI appearances of an infarcted cavernous sinus tumor in a patient with Nelson's syndrome. Invasive tumors of the pituitary extending to the cavernous sinus are discussed and the role of MRI in preoperative investigation is highlighted.
ISSN:0028-3940
1432-1920
DOI:10.1007/BF00593218