Cavernous sinus syndrome secondary to pituitary adenoma: A case report.
In this case report we demonstrate the intimate association between the sella turcica and the cavernous sinus and review the neuroanatomy involved. The otolaryngologist should be aware of this association when collaborating with a neurosurgeon in pituitary surgery.
Barry
Michael J
MJ
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA 23708, USA.
Schroeder
Ashley A
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D000368:Aged; D002426:Cavernous Sinus / Q000473:pathology*; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D008297:Male; D010911:Pituitary Neoplasms / Q000150:complications* / Q000473:pathology*