hrp0097p2-28 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty | ESPE2023

Hipothalamic syndrome in craniopharyngioma: pre and post-surgery

Coelho Isabel , Francisco Branco Caetano , Iraneta Amets , Conceição Carla , Lopes Lurdes , Galhardo Júlia

Introduction: Craniopharyngioma (CP) is a histologically benign rare tumor from the sellar and parasellar region. Its invasion into adjacent structures, namely optic nerve and hypothalamic-pituitary axis brings significant morbidity and warrants surgical treatment. Hypothalamic Syndrome (HS) can occur in different conditions affecting this structure, comprising a cluster of symptoms like pituitary dysfunction, obesity, temperature dysregulation, sleep disturba...