Empty Sella Syndrome
Empty sella syndrome is a finding in which the bony space that houses the pituitary gland, at the base of the brain, appears totally or partially filled with fluid, so that the gland looks flattened. In many cases it causes no discomfort.
Possible manifestations: When it does cause symptoms, it may be associated with headache or, in some people, with disturbances in hormone production.
Why is it studied? Because it is worth confirming whether the hormonal function of the pituitary remains normal.
Who evaluates it? The endocrinologist, or the pediatric endocrinologist in children, is the professional who assesses the functioning of this gland. If an imaging study reports this finding, discussing it with that specialist makes it possible to know whether it requires follow-up.
Specialties that treat empty sella syndrome
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in empty sella syndrome
Dr. Iñaki González Baqué
Dr. Aidy Gonzalez Nuñez
Dr. Alejandra Vizuet Gámez
Dr. Marco Antonio Morales Pérez
Dr. Yeni Calvillo Romero
Dr. Angelica Martínez Ramos Méndez
Dr. Talia Alejandra Ponce Marquez
Dr. Marisela Loya Balsimelli
Dr. Sarai Tovar
Dr. Iris Arvizo Coria
Dr. Montserrat Rebeca Staeps Gordoa
Dr. Aidee Gómez Acosta
Dr. Karla Vanessa Murillo Galindo
Dr. Daniel Almaraz Guerra
Dr. René Salazar Rodríguez
Dr. Maria Gabriela Rivera Davila
Dr. Miriam Mercedes Padron Martinez
Dr. Guillermina Chable Cupil
Dr. Neiba Lujan Gamboa
Dr. Paloma Almeda Valdés
Frequently asked questions
What is empty sella syndrome?
Empty sella syndrome is a finding in which the bony space that houses the pituitary gland, at the base of the brain, appears totally or partially filled with fluid, so that the gland looks flattened. In many cases it causes no discomfort.
Which doctor treats empty sella syndrome?
Empty Sella Syndrome is usually treated by specialists in pediatric endocrinologist, endocrinologist.