Case Report
Radiation Hypophysectomy with Gold-198
Abstract
Hypophysectomy has been used in instances of widespread metastases from cancer of the breast as a palliative measure. In an effort to avoid open surgery in these very ill patients, irradiation of the pituitary gland has been employed. The author discusses his experience of placing radioactive gold in the sella turcica via the transnasal route.This content is limited to qualifying members.
Existing members, please login first
If you have an existing account please login now to access this article or view purchase options.
Purchase only this article ($25)
Create a free account, then purchase this article to download or access it online for 24 hours.
Purchase an SMJ online subscription ($75)
Create a free account, then purchase a subscription to get complete access to all articles for a full year.
Purchase a membership plan (fees vary)
Premium members can access all articles plus recieve many more benefits. View all membership plans and benefit packages.
