Question: What is the recurrence rate for Cushing’s Disease? Answer: Transsphenoidal surgery is the initial treatment of choice for most patients with proved or highly suspected Cushing’s disease. Published reports demonstrate that, in experienced centers, remission following surgery can be expected in 80-90% of patients with microadenomas and 50-65% of patients with macroadenomas. Recurrent hypercortisolism… Continue Reading

Question: I have Nelson’s syndrome (aggressive enlargement of an ACTH secreting pituitary tumor following a bilateral adrenalectomy) and radiation has not been effective. The tumor is creating problems with my vision. What are my treatment options? Answer: Since the pituitary tumor has enlarged to affect the nerves that control eye movements or eyesight, the first… Continue Reading