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| Disease found: | Empty sella syndrome |
| Current as of: | October 8, 2024 |
| Disease Overview: | Enlargement or malformation of the sella turcica (more info) |
| Signs and Symptoms: | Chronic headache, cerebrospinal rhinorrhea, papilledema, increased ICP |
| Diagnosis: | Head CT or MRI |
| Treatment: | Replacement therapy for affected pituitary hormones, surgery for CSF rhinorrhea |
| Clinical Management: | Symptomatic |
| Referral: | Neurosurgeon. Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health. |
| Clinical Trials: | None currently recruiting on clinicaltrials.gov |