Table 3

Neuroanatomical classification of pituitary adenomas (based on Hardy, 196932)

GradeSizeLocationBony changes
I<10 mmIntrapituitaryNone
II>10 mmIntrasellar or suprasellar expansion, no invasionSellar expansion
IIIAnyIntrasellar or suprasellar expansion, local invasionSellar erosion
IV>10 mmSuprasellar expansion, invasion of extrasellar structuresBone invasion