Diagnosis and management of prolactin-secreting pituitary adenomas – A Pituitary Society international Consensus Statement (2023) Stephan Petersenn

Description

This Consensus Statement from an international, multidisciplinary workshop sponsored by the Pituitary Society offers evidence-based graded consensus recommendations and key summary points for clinical practice on the diagnosis and management of prolactinomas. It addresses epidemiology and pathogenesis, clinical presentation, biochemical evaluation, imaging strategies, disease complications, and in-depth discussions on treatment (dopamine agonists, surgery, and radiation therapy). Management in special situations is also covered, including cystic lesions, mixed adenomas, giant/aggressive prolactinomas, pregnancy/fertility, children/adolescents, patients with underlying psychiatric disorders, and patients with chronic kidney disease.