Chronic lymphocytic leukemia, a rare cause of pituitary stalk thickening
Open Access
- 1 July 2020
- journal article
- editorial
- Published by Wiley in Clinical Case Reports
- Vol. 8 (7) , 1319-1320
Abstract
This case highlights a rare presentation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). CNS involvement by CLL is rare, and only 5 cases with pituitary or hypothalamic involvement have previously been reported. Unfamiliarity with this disease complication may lead to a delay in diagnosis and treatment.This case highlights a rare presentation of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). CNS involvement by CLL is rare, and only 5 cases with pituitary or hypothalamic involvement have previously been reported. Unfamiliarity with this disease complication may lead to a delay in diagnosis and treatment.Keywords
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