Evaluation of Complications and Costs During Overlapping Transsphenoidal Surgery in the Treatment of Pituitary Adenoma

Abstract

The results of this study offer additional evidence that overlapping surgery does not result in worsened complications, lengthened surgery, or increased patient cost for patients undergoing transsphenoidal resection of pituitary adenomas. Thus, studies and policy aiming to improve patient safety and cost should focus on optimizing other aspects of healthcare delivery.