The incidence of pituitary adenomas presenting as monocular visual field defects was reported to be 9% (in a series of 1,000 patients). If the presenting symptom is sudden monocular visual loss, a pituitary …

If the optic chiasm sits anterior to the pituitary gland within the tuberculum sellae, referred to as a prefixed chiasm, a pituitary adenoma is more likely to compress the posterior chiasm and optic tracts …

Apr 22, 2025 · Pituitary adenoma (PA) is the most common etiology of optic chiasm compression and can present with a broad range of visual symptoms, including visual acuity loss, visual field defects, …

Jul 22, 2024 · Neuro-ophthalmic manifestations include decreased vision, abnormal colour vision and impaired visual field or diplopia. The recognition of these syndromes is critical to achieve early …

Nov 17, 2025 · When these tumors enlarge, their proximity to the brain’s visual pathways frequently interferes with visual information transmission. This encroachment leads to visual disturbances, often …

Apr 29, 2025 · Visual field defects caused by pituitary tumors vary depending on the location and extent of optic pathway compression. Identifying these characteristic deficits is essential for diagnosing and …

By understanding the clinical signs associated with pituitary adenomas, eye care providers can ensure that a patient with associated visual defects receives an early diagnosis and can provide information …

View our patient's guide to visual problems caused by pituitary tumors and treatment options in the Neuro-Ophthalmology Division at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

If the optic chiasm sits anterior to the pituitary gland within the tuberculum sellae, referred to as a prefixed chiasm, a pituitary adenoma is more likely to compress the posterior chiasm and optic tracts …

Aug 26, 2023 · This retrospective study aimed to determine the efficacy of visual field testing patterns in detecting defects related to pituitary tumors, aiding in optimizing test accuracy and reliability for …