Granulomatous hypophysitis due to Wegener's granulomatosis.
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We describe the MR image findings in a case of granulomatous hypophysitis due to Wegner's granulomatosis. A high index suspicion of hypophysitis based on imaging findings allowed successful medical management and helped avoid surgery. The MR imaging features included a thickened stalk, a diffusely and uniformly enlarged gland, a normal size or minimally enlarged sella, and enhancement of the optic chiasm.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology
دوره 21 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000