Conclusions The LBNQ-Pituitary can be used to assess the degree to which patients are bothered by the consequences of the pituitary disease, as well as their needs for support. It could also... Show moreConclusions The LBNQ-Pituitary can be used to assess the degree to which patients are bothered by the consequences of the pituitary disease, as well as their needs for support. It could also facilitate an efficient assessment of patients' needs for support in clinical practice. We postulate that paying attention to needs for support will lead to optimal patient care (e.g., improvement in psychosocial care), and positively affect QoL. Show less
Pituitary insufficiency in the presence of a pituitary macroadenoma or after pituitary irradiation is frequently reported. In addition, pituitary insufficiency is increasingly reported after... Show morePituitary insufficiency in the presence of a pituitary macroadenoma or after pituitary irradiation is frequently reported. In addition, pituitary insufficiency is increasingly reported after traumatic head injuries. The correct evaluation and interpretation, however, of the pituitary axes, and consequently, the potential therapeutical consequences are a matter of controversies. The studies reported in this thesis aim to provide better insight into the complexity of different endocrine tests used for the evaluation of possible pituitary insufficiency and in the treatment of patients with pituitary insufficiency. Show less
