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ReviewInternational journal of molecular sciences2025

A Brief Overview of Molecular Biology in Pituitary Adenomas with a Focus on Aggressive Lesions.

Ligia Gabriela Tataranu

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Review in International journal of molecular sciences, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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1 author.

Ligia Gabriela TataranuDepartment of Neurosurgery, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-6788-5833

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Arising from the anterior lobe of the hypophysis, pituitary neuroendocrine tumors (PitNETs), previously known as pituitary adenomas, constitute an intricate and heterogeneous entity. Although they are defined as benign pathology, these tumors can often invade neighboring structures and demonstrate aggressive behavior. The continuous advancement of molecular biology has begun to shed light on the genetic mutations behind the development and evolution of this pathology, providing a better understanding. Notwithstanding, the rising occurrence in recent decades can mainly be attributed to advanced diagnostic techniques; however, these tumors continue to increase in prevalence and incidence, creating a heavy burden on healthcare systems. Consequently, the need for further studies is dire, primarily due to a lack of tailored therapeutic approaches. Thus, this article aims to offer a brief overview of the molecular biology behind these complex tumors to contribute, even on a small scale, to more comprehensive care.

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AdenomaNeuroendocrine TumorsPituitary NeoplasmsHumansMolecular BiologyMutationcellular and molecular biologyhypophysismolecular pathologypituitary adenomaspituitary neuroendocrine tumors

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PMID40332351
PMCPMC12027641

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