Overview Of Options To Treat Pituitary Apoplexy

Surgical Decompression 

Surgical decompression for pituitary apoplexy is performed to stop bleeding and relieve pressure on the pituitary gland. This gland is accessed through the nose, not the skull. The severity of symptoms determines the need for this surgery. More conservative methods may treat milder symptoms. However, if significant visual impairment or low consciousness levels are present, surgery may be necessary. 

The patient is monitored closely after surgery to be sure that the pituitary gland's function is intact. If it is not, hormone replacement therapy is given until normal function returns. Some patients may develop a condition called diabetes insipidus immediately after this type of surgery. This disease is unrelated to type 2 diabetes. It means that the kidneys cannot regulate the body's fluid levels properly. Typically, it is temporary, and normal kidney function resumes after the recovery period. 

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