[Analysis of MRI for tumor of the sellar region]
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[Analysis of MRI for tumor of the sellar region]
Abstract
Purpose: To introduce the characteristics of magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) for the tumors of the sellar region.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of 86 cases with the tumors of the sellar region was carried out.
Results: The pituitary tumor including the pituitary micro-adenoma and pituitary macro-adenoma was a common tumor of the sellar region. The pituitary micro-adenoma usually does not affect visual function; but the pituitary macro-adenoma often damages the optic pathway and reduces the visual function. The rest of the sellar region appears special feature on MRI.
Conclusion: MRI is a useful method in diagnosing the tumors of the sellar region.
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