Fatal Bilateral ACA Territory Infarcts after Pituitary Apoplexy: A Case Report and Literature Review

Skull Base. 2010 Jul;20(4):285-8. doi: 10.1055/s-0030-1249243.

Abstract

Apoplexy of pituitary tumors is a common occurrence. In addition to commonly known presentations, cerebral infarcts and consequent focal neurologic deficits are a rare presentation. A rare case of pituitary apoplexy with associated subarachnoid bleed and bilateral anterior cerebral artery infarcts is described. Vasospasm leading to cerebral infarcts and consequent focal neurologic deficits as a presentation of pituitary apoplexy needs to be better appreciated.

Keywords: Pituitary apoplexy; cerebral infarcts.

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  • Case Reports