Suprasellar Lesions - An overview
Subspecialty: FRCS(SN) Exam Practice
Type: Clinical Summary
Suprasellar lesions encompass a heterogeneous group of neoplastic, cystic and inflammatory processes that compress or infiltrate the region above the sella turcica, with direct effects on the optic apparatus, hypothalamus and the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. This review synthesizes contemporary pathophysiology, diagnostic evaluation (imaging, endocrine testing, tumor markers), surgical and non‑surgical management strategies, and perioperative endocrine care relevant to clinicians managing patients with suprasellar masses. Overview Suprasellar lesions include common entities such as **pituitary…