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What could cause a pituitary tumor (less enhancing) to grow from .7mm to .9mm, largest dim, in 2 years, then shrink to .6mm w/i 5 years? if nonfunctional, would you continue to follow w/ mris?
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MRI results vary: Mri measurements are not an exact science, particularly when you're talking about tenths of a millimeter. These changes are well within the range of variation for resolution of an mri. If the adenoma is nonfunctional, continue to monitor with further studies scheduled at your doctor's recommendations.
Answered 11/2/2015
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It depends: It depends on the tumor type and if any medication was taken. You will need to follow with a neurosurgeon to keep an eye on the tumor. If it stays small and doesn't cause any symptoms (e.g. Visual field loss), your surgeon may decide to just follow it with serial mris. Don't forget, every surgical procedure carries risk.
Answered 7/11/2016
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