Pituitary region MRI studies are often considered "easy" studies to report. The reality is that they are easy to report badly. The region is affected by numerous pathologies that derive from a number of different structures. Additionally, and perhaps most importantly, the physiological control of the pituitary is responsible for many clinical presentations and misunderstandings.
In this learning pathway, neuroradiologist Frank Gaillard reviews the anatomy, physiology, embryology and pathology of the region. He also provides a systematic approach to pituitary region MRI and demonstrates this with 14 video commentary cases.
Features
- audio track guiding you through the various topics (see overview, watch trailer)
- detailed coverage of pituitary adenomas and other regional pathologies
- video commentary of 14 cases - over 2 hours in total
- 30 multiple-choice questions
- official course certificate
- transcripts of audio and closed captions of videos (English)
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Approx. completion time = 6 hrs
Intended audience
This learning pathway is targeted at radiologists and radiology trainees. Subspecialist neuroradiologists will probably be familiar with much of the content but nonetheless may find value in completing the pathway. The content may also be of interest to neurosurgeons, ENT surgeons, oncologists and radiation oncologists.
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Pathway Overview
Part 1: understanding and imaging the pituitary region
- Anatomy
- Relations
- Embryology
- Blood supply
- Hormone control
- Prolactin & stalk effect Free Preview
- Pregnancy and age-related changes
- Review quiz
- Imaging of the pituitary
- Normal pituitary MRI
- Approach to a pituitary MRI
- Case & video commentary
- Review quiz
Part 2: pituitary adenomas
- Pituitary adenomas (overview)
- Microadenoma
- Case & video commentary Free Preview
- Macroadenoma
- Case & video commentary
- Pituitary apoplexy
- Case & video commentary
- Review quiz