Postoperative Management After Transsphenoidal Resection of Pituitary Tumors

Neurology India 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jeffrey L. Nadel, Jihad Abdelgadir, Karol P. Budohoski, Robert Charles Rennert, Sarah T. Menacho, William T. Couldwell
DOI: 10.4103/neurol-india.neurol-india-d-25-00992
Cited by: 1
References: 15

Abstract

ABSTRACT: The postoperative period after transsphenoidal resection of a pituitary tumor is critical for the detection and management of endocrine, visual, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)-related complications. We describe the structured approach tailored to patients undergoing microscope-assisted transsphenoidal resection used at our institution. This step-by-step postoperative protocol, refined over years of multidisciplinary care in a high-volume pituitary surgery practice, emphasizes early recognition of diabetes insipidus, management of hormonally active tumors, careful CSF leak monitoring, and clear discharge planning.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

Publication details

Journal / source
Neurology India
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
74
Issue
4
Pages
653–656
Publication date
1 July 2026
Language
EN