ea0020s12.4 | Growth factors and signaling networks in pituitary tumours | ECE2009
Kontogeorgos G
Markers to predict tumor biology represent an important tool for the optimal management of pituitary adenomas. Specific morphologic features may serve as predictive markers of tumor behavior. These include a) tumor cell-specific markers, b) stromal-related elements involving vasculature and angiogenetic factors, and additional stromal substances and c) miscellaneous tumor type-associated features.Macroscopic invasion of the perisellar tissues, defined as...