Prolactinomas are the most common pituitary adenomas (approximately 40% of cases), and
they represent an important cause of hypogonadism and infertility in both sexes. The …

The definition of the etiology of hyperprolactinemia often represents a great challenge and
an accurate diagnosis is paramount before treatment. Although prolactin levels> 200-250 …

Objective: The aim of the study was to evaluate clinical and laboratorial features of 1234
patients with different etiologies of hyperprolactinemia, as well as the response of 388 …

Hyperprolactinemia is commonly found in both female and male patients with abnormal
sexual and/or reproductive function or with galactorrhea. If serum prolactin levels are above …

Dopamine agonists (DAs) are well recognized as the first-line therapy for prolactinomas due
to their efficacy in achieving tumoral shrinkage and normoprolactinemia. However, it …

A prolactin-secreting pituitary tumour is the most frequent cause of hyperprolactinaemia that
commonly occurs in clinical practice. Prolactinomas occur more frequently in women than in …

In several respects prolactin is unique among anterior pituitary hormones. The primary
regulation of prolactin secretion is mediated through hypothalamic inhibition, and the …

An appropriate diagnostic evaluation is essential for the most appropriate treatment to be
performed. Currently, macroprolactinemia is the third most frequent cause of …

Hyperprolactinemia is an important cause of galactorrhea, irregular menses, and infertility,
especially among young women. The prolactin (PRL)-secreting pituitary adenoma …

Hyperprolactinemia is one of the most frequently diagnosed clinical disorders in routine
endocrine practice. Any process interfering with dopamine synthesis, its transport to the …