title: [MRI exploration of the hypothalamo-hypophyseal axis].
abstract: MR Imaging has become the procedure of choice for the exploration of the pituitary region. MR contrast resolution is far better than the finest CT examination, especially concerning the microadenomas and the neurohypophysis. The present paper concerns, at first the major principles of magnetic resonance imaging, its application for the study of the pituitary region including the use of contrast agent (Gadolinium). Lastly, MR anatomy and physiological variations are presented.
authors.affiliation: Département d'Anatomie, Faculté de Médecine de Nancy, Hôpital St-Julien, Nancy.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Braun
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Roland
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Moret
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Picard
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007030:Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000473:pathology; D007031:Hypothalamus / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D010902:Pituitary Gland / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000473:pathology; D011247:Pregnancy; D012658:Sella Turcica / Q000033:anatomy & histology
vernacular_title: Exploration IRM de l'axe hypothalamo-hypophysaire.