Pituitary stalk interruption syndrome

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Growth retardation with short stature

Patient Data

Age: 9 years
Gender: Female

The MRI sequences at the pituitary region demonstrate:

  • hypoplasia of the anterior pituitary gland
  • ectopic posterior pituitary at the median eminence
  • thin pituitary infundibulum.

Case Discussion

MRI features most consistent of a pituitary stalk interruption syndrome 

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