Diffusion-weighted imaging does not seem to be a predictor of consistency in pituitary adenomas.

Purpose: To prospectively evaluate the usefulness of T1-weighted imaging (T1WI) and diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) sequences in predicting the consistency of macroadenomas. In addition, to determine their values ​​as prognostic factors of surgical outcomes.

Methods: Patients with pituitary macroadenoma and surgical indication were included.