J Korean Neurosurg Soc.  2005 Sep;38(3):242-244.

Pituitary Adenoma Accompanying Sphenoidal Meningoencephalocele with Clival Extension

• Kim TJ
• Kim CH
• Cheong JH
• Kim JM

Abstract

Encephaloceles are known as rare craniofacial developmental anomalies which are herniation of cranial contents through a skull defect. Sphenoidal meningoencephalocele represents an important cause of reVersible visual loss. We report a rare case of pituitary adenoma accompanying sphenoidal meningoencephalocele with clival extension. Although the definitive diagnosis of cystic lesions in the sellar region before surgery is difficult, accurate diagnosis of these lesions is important to determine the type of treatment and predict prognostic outcome.

Keyword

Sphenoidal meningoencephalocele; Pituitary adenoma; Craniofacial abnormalities

MeSH Terms

Craniofacial Abnormalities
Diagnosis
Encephalocele
Pituitary Neoplasms*
Skull