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NINDS Empty Sella Syndrome Information Page: NINDS

Article title: NINDS Empty Sella Syndrome Information Page: NINDS

Conditions: Empty Sella Syndrome

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What is Empty Sella Syndrome ?
Empty sella syndrome is a rare congenital disorder that occurs when an empty space in the brain fills with cerebrospinal fluid as a result of a deformity in the brain. Individuals with the disorder may have unusual facial features. Other symptoms may include short stature, increased bone density, headaches, and vision problems. Empty sella syndrome may also be caused by other disorders or a problem caused by some medical intervention, such as surgery. The disorder is particularly common in middle-age, obese women. Empty sella syndrome may be confused with pituitary disorders.

Is there any treatment?
Unless the disorder results in other medical problems, treatment is symptomatic and supportive. In some cases, surgery may be needed.

What is the prognosis?
Empty sella syndrome is not life-threatening.

What research is being done?
The NINDS supports and conducts studies aimed at understanding neurological conditions such as empty sella syndrome. The goals of these studies are to find ways to prevent and treat these conditions.

 Organizations

National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
P.O. Box 8923
(100 Route 37)
New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923
orphan@rarediseases.org
http://www.rarediseases.org/
Tel: 203-746-6518 800-999-NORD (6673)
Fax: 203-746-6481

This fact sheet is in the public domain. You may copy it.Provided by:
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD 20892



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