The need for minimally invasive surgery for pituitary cysts depends on the patient’s specific condition. When obvious symptoms such as headache and blurred vision occur, minimally invasive surgery can be performed as prescribed by the doctor.
When pituitary cysts are asymptomatic, they can be left untreated and followed up regularly. When the size of pituitary cysts increases progressively, or when obvious symptoms such as headache and blurred vision occur, it is necessary to consult a doctor in time for minimally invasive surgery as prescribed by the doctor.
The first choice for surgery is microscopic neurosurgery via the transnasal pterygoid sinus approach. The opening of the pterygoid sinus is first located through the neuroendoscope, then the pituitary gland is accessed through the pterygoid sinus opening to locate the cyst, and finally the cyst is aspirated. Cyst surgery can remove the contents of the cyst, relieve the symptoms caused by the pituitary cyst’s pressure on the surrounding tissues, and cause less damage to the surrounding tissues.
It is recommended that patients choose regular hospitals to consult, and under the guidance of the doctor active treatment, whether the need for minimally invasive surgery should follow the doctor’s advice.