hrp0082p1-d3-196 | Pituitary | ESPE2014

Rathke Cleft Cysts and Endocrine Dysfunction in Children

Dupre Marie , Brioude Frederic , Berard Laurence , Esteva Blandine , Houang Muriel

Background: Rathke’s cleft cysts (RCC) are benign lesions of the pituitary gland, remnants of Rathke’s pouch. RCC have rarely been reported in children and adolescents and are usually known as asymptomatic but some cases may be associated with hormonal disturbances.Objective and hypotheses: The aim of the study was to assess the characteristics and frequency of endocrine disturbances in children with RCC.Method: We retros...