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Treatment of pituitary cancer: modern methods of therapy
The pituitary gland is a gland located at the base of the brain, which plays a key role in the regulation of hormonal balance. It affects growth, metabolism and the endocrine system. The development of a tumour in this area can lead to serious disorders in the body, requiring timely medical intervention.
What is a pituitary tumour?
Adenoma of the pituitary gland is a common neoplasm, most often diagnosed in people over 30 years old. If the size does not exceed 1 cm, it is called microadenoma, if larger - macroadenoma. In most cases, the formation is benign, however, due to the impact on the hormonal background and body functions may require specialised care.
Causes of occurrence
The exact factors that provoke the development of the disease are not fully understood. Among the possible causes are distinguished:
- Disorders of the endocrine system;
- genetic mutations;
- hereditary predisposition;
- the influence of carcinogenic substances and radiation.
Sometimes critical changes occur spontaneously, without visible causes.
How to detect the disease?
Symptomatology depends on the size and localisation of the neoplasm. Among the most characteristic manifestations are:
- headaches;
- nausea and vomiting;
- loss of peripheral vision;
- development of non-sugar diabetes and chronic thirst;
- infertility.
In most cases, if the tumour is hormone-producing, experts recommend surgical removal. If the tumour becomes malignant, it begins to depress the functions of various organs, which requires a comprehensive approach.
Methods of therapy
Modern medicine offers several ways to treat pituitary cancer. The choice of the appropriate method depends on the stage of the tumour process, the patient's condition and individual characteristics of the body.
The main methods:
- Surgery - surgical removal of the neoplasm.
- Radiation therapy - exposure to radiation exposure.
- Chemotherapy - the use of drugs that slow the growth of malignant cells.
- Drug therapy - the use of hormonal drugs to control hormone production.
Pituitary cancer treatment in Israel
Israeli medical centres offer high-precision diagnostic methods and advanced therapy technologies. Modern equipment and doctors' experience allow minimising risks and achieving maximum efficiency.
BK Medical Logistic Company organises medical assistance to patients from Ukraine. Specialists will help to carry out initial diagnostics, send analyses to the leading clinics of Israel and, if necessary, organise travel for further treatment.
