Pituitary Apoplexy Complicated by Cerebral Infarction: A Case Report

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https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.6120

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acromegaly, cerebral infarction, hemiparesis, pituitary apoplexy

Abstract

Cerebral infarction is a rare complication of pituitary apoplexy, which can result in significant morbidity if not treated on time. Pituitary apoplexy mostly occurs in pre-existing adenoma, which can remain undiagnosed until symptoms arise. Here, we present a case of a 26-year-old man with undiagnosed acromegaly who presented with left retro-orbital pain, diminished vision of the left eye, and right hemiparesis. Neuroimaging revealed large hemorrhagic sellar mass and ischemic infarction in the left middle cerebral artery territory. Emergency transcranial tumor excision was done, which resulted in significant neurological recovery.

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2021-07-30

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Pokhrel, B., Khanal, S., Chapagain, P., & Sedain, G. . (2021). Pituitary Apoplexy Complicated by Cerebral Infarction: A Case Report . Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 59(239), 723–726. https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.6120

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Vol. 59 No. 239 (2021): JNMA: Published Monthly

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Case Reports

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