Pituitary Tumors

Pituitary tumors are found in the pituitary gland, a small gland located in the middle of the head behind the eyes. The pituitary gland is attached to, and receives messages from, the hypothalamus. The pituitary is composed of two lobes -- the anterior (front) and the posterior (back). Several hormones are produced by the pituitary including prolactin, corticotropin, and growth hormone.

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Parts of the Brain
Begin here to see diagrams of the brain, and the location of the pituitary gland

A Basic Introduction to Pituitary Tumors
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Pituitary Tumors
This booklet overviews the diagnosis and treatment of pituitary adenomas and pituitary carcinoma. 

About Pituitary Tumors
A more detailed article about pituitary adenomas, acromegaly, Cushing's Disease, prolactinomas, Rathke's cleft cysts, and craniopharyngiomas.

Images of Pituitary Tumors, Craniopharyngioma, and Rathke's Cleft Cysts, courtesy of Dr. Kelly

Treating Brain Tumors
This section contains information about surgery, steroids, and help managing treatment side effects.



Last reviewed:  December 29, 2011
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