This excerpt from our presentation on pituitary surgery focuses on surgery in the cavernous sinus and procedure issues, benefits, and risks.
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Musings on Tea and Acromegaly in Connemara
October 24, 2024
From J D Faccinetti, co-founder – It is often said that once you know people with acromegaly, you will see it more often. It makes you wonder how apt the definition of “rare” is for
Renaming Acromegaly: Time for a Fresh Identity?
August 27, 2024
Explore why renaming pituitary cysts matters in acromegaly care and how better terms can improve diagnosis and treatment.
A recap of the latest news, articles and podcasts; just in case you missed them
August 19, 2024
Here's is a recap of the latest articles and programs featured on PWN. Start your journey to understand better and manage Cushing's. The book, which hit the stands last month, unravels some of the difficulties
Hello AI. What’s new in the world of pituitary disease?
August 1, 2024
We often scan the pituitary universe and report on the latest drug developments, new potential therapies, and engaging clinical cases and resources. We hope this knowledge helps people gain more insight into these complicated diseases and the fascinating medical/scientific discovery, research, and diagnosis world.
Pituitary Grand Rounds, episode 3: disorders of cortisol secretion related to adrenal conditions
June 18, 2024
Episode 3 of Pituitary Grand Rounds explores cortisol disorders tied to adrenal issues and diagnostic challenges.
Got DI (Vasopressin Deficiency)? This is your chance to help!
June 13, 2024
There is an urgent world need for people with DI/Vasopressin Deficiency to understand and better manage this condition. The advocacy community, including the World Alliance of Pituitary Organizations – WAPO, the Got DI/AVP patient community,
Acromegaly: direct and personal
May 29, 2024
Life with acromegaly can be a daunting experience, especially if it's not diagnosed early and adequately. A whole set of related conditions can take hold, making everyday life a challenge, to say the least. A
A round-up of the latest news
April 10, 2024
Thanks to the lovely algorithms social media is using, we may only reach some of you with some posts, so here are a few of our latest articles and podcasts. We always encourage you to
Somavert turns twenty: the pegvisomant story
December 27, 2023
From J D Faccinetti, Co-founder and Chief Editor – When you deal with a chronic pituitary disease, you get close to your medications, just like you would to a friend. This was my experience with
Sellar and parasellar endoscopic surgery: lessons learned in the O.R. and the lab
September 26, 2023
UCSF Neurosurgeon Dr. Manish Aghi, MD, Ph.D. Professor of Neurological Surgery UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences presents “Endoscopic surgery for sellar and parasellar tumors – Lessons learned in the OR and laboratory.”
Big news for acromegaly!
September 10, 2023
San Diego, California-based Crinetics Pharmaceutical announced today that its novel investigational drug paltusotine maintained IGf-1 levels in patients who switched from monthly injectables
Online behavior: another concerning look
July 10, 2023
In a recent JAMA Network article covering the COVID-19 pandemic, 23.3% of physicians reported personal attacks on social media. Online bullying and social media harassment are nothing new, but this behavior, plus considerable misinformation, makes disseminating helpful, accurate content an ongoing challenge.