Non-functioning Adenomas: Diagnosis and Treatment

Abstract

Nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas are benign lesions that generally present secondary to mass effect on the pituitary gland or optic nerves, leading to hypopituitarism and visual field defects. Surgical removal via a transsphenoidal approach is a safe and effective treatment for the vast majority of patients with these lesions. Here we will discuss the diagnosis and treatment of nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas.