What Is Cushing's Disease?
8. Cushing’s Disease Treatment: Surgery
Surgery is the primary form of treatment for Cushing’s disease. When possible, the best option is to remove the tumor from the pituitary gland. This procedure is typically done through a minimally invasive process called the endoscopic endonasal approach, which involves removing the tumor through the nasal passage.
Following surgery, a patient is frequently prescribed medication to replace the body’s cortisol, as removing the tumor can inhibit ACTH secretion. This is often a temporary side effect of surgery. In time, the pituitary gland may return to its normal functioning levels.
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