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Inferior petrosal sinus sampling (IPSS): What to expect and self-care after your procedure - 12/2018

Inferior petrosal sinus sampling (IPSS): What to expect and self-care after your procedure
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Abstract

This handout explains a procedure called inferiof petrosal sinus sampling (IPSS). This procedure checks for a pituitary hormone in the group of veins on both sides of the head. The results of IPSS will tell your doctor if you have Cushing's disease (a pituitary tumor).

Author
Neurology-Neurosurgery
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2018
Revision Date
12/2018
General Subject
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Cushing's Syndrome
Pituitary Hormones
Languages
English
Record ID
4697