Sheehan's syndrome secondary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Iqra Qamar M.D.[2]

Overview

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of sheehan's syndrome are early diagnosis and treatment to prevent life-threatening complications such as adrenal crisis and infertility.

Secondary Prevention

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of Sheehan's syndrome are early diagnosis and management to prevent life-threatening complications. It can involve:

• Frequent ante-natal and post-natal follow-ups
• Transfusions in case of high-risk pregnancies
• Proper follow ups if already existing pituitary mass present
• Early detection and control of risk factors such as vascular diseases and type 1 diabetes.