Surgery and radiotherapy booklet

Some pituitary conditions are caused by tumours on, or near, the pituitary gland. If you have a pituitary tumour, you may need surgery or radiotherapy to treat it. This booklet has information about the types of surgery and radiotherapy available.

This booklet covers:

• What a pituitary tumour is and why it may need treatment
• The types of surgery and radiotherapy available and when they would be used
• How to prepare for surgery or radiotherapy
• What to expect during surgery or radiotherapy
• Possible complications from treatment
• What happens after treatment

This booklet was last updated in October 2024. It is due to be updated in October 2027.