Isil Halac1, Donald Zimmerman. 1. Division of Endocrinology, Children's Memorial Hospital, 2300 Children's Plaza, P.O. Box # 54, Chicago, IL 60614, USA.
Abstract
RATIONALE: Due to the proximity of craniopharyngiomas to the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, most children and adolescents presenting with these tumors will exhibit significant endocrine dysfunction. After treatment, these impairments can become a major cause of morbidity and mortality. METHODS: The postoperative course of children undergoing surgery for craniopharyngioma is reviewed. CONCLUSION: Even if hormone levels seem to be adequate in the short term after treatment, deficiencies may develop over years and need to be monitored closely.
RATIONALE: Due to the proximity of craniopharyngiomas to the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, most children and adolescents presenting with these tumors will exhibit significant endocrine dysfunction. After treatment, these impairments can become a major cause of morbidity and mortality. METHODS: The postoperative course of children undergoing surgery for craniopharyngioma is reviewed. CONCLUSION: Even if hormone levels seem to be adequate in the short term after treatment, deficiencies may develop over years and need to be monitored closely.
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