Advances in the etiology，diagnosis and treatment of pituitary stalk thickening

Abstract:

The pituitary stalk connects the hypothalamus with the pituitary，which is of great physiological significance. A variety of diseases can cause changes in pituitary stalk thickening（PST）. Different etiology and treatment methods are different，and misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis have a significant impact on the prognosis of patients. Early diagnosis of the cause can enable patients to receive appropriate treatment and improve prognosis.