Pituitary Tumor Removal

Southern California Pituitary Surgeon, Robert Louis MD, recounts a successful Pituitary Tumor removal recent surgery case

The case illustrates challenges and comprehensive evaluation of Pituitary Tumor identified after loss of peripheral vision

Presentation

A 33-year-old female patient approached Orange County Neurosurgeon Robert Louis MD with three month history of headache, fatigue and visual loss.

Evaluation

An MRI scan demonstrated a 3 cm Pituitary Tumor compressing the normal pituitary gland and optic chiasm. The symptoms included loss of vision and loss of hormone function, such as fatigue and bouts of headache. Additional ophthalmological examination revealed she had a loss of peripheral vision. Hormonal testing further revealed low thyroid hormone and growth hormone levels in her body.

Treatment

The patient underwent Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal, a Minimally Invasive Keyhole Brain Surgery for the removal of tumor. She was discharged home on post-operative day two without complications.

Outcome

Three weeks later, the patient was back to work and feeling great. An overall improvement in vision and visual fields was noted following Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal procedure. Her hormonal function also recovered completely. Post-operative MRI demonstrated complete tumor removal. She has returned to normal life with her husband and two young children.

About Robert Louis, MD – Pituitary Tumor Surgeon

A well-respected and accomplished neurosurgeon and currently the Director of the Skull Base and Pituitary Tumor Program at Hoag Memorial Hospital in Orange County, California, Robert Louis MD has had extensive education and experience in treating cancerous and non-cancerous tumors. He specializes in the treatment of Pituitary Tumors, tumors found at the base of the skull, and spinal cord tumors with minimally invasive approaches.

If you or a loved one is suffering from Pituitary Tumor and would like to request and appointment with one of Orange County’s Best Neurosurgeon, Dr. Louis, please call (949) 383-4185 today.