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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maryam Hadipour, M.D.[2]

Overview

An MRI of the pituitary can be used to check for structural abnormalities of the pituitary.

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Brain MRI can show pituitary microadenoma which interferes with normal function of Hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis and results in adrenal atrophy. The detection of the micro and macro adenomas are the most important indication of requesting a brain-MRI in patients with adrenal gland impairment. If an adenoma is detected, surgical interventions can deliver great benefit to the patient and his condition.