Pituitary gland vs Sciatic nerve
| Eigenschaft | Pituitary gland | Sciatic nerve |
|---|---|---|
| Lateinischer Name | Glandula pituitaria | Nervus ischiadicus |
| Typ | Gland | Nerve |
| Körpersystem | Endocrine | Nervous |
| Körperregion | Brain | Hip |
| Funktion | The master endocrine gland, producing hormones that regulate growth (GH), reproduction (FSH, LH, prolactin), thyroid function (TSH), adrenal function (ACTH), and water balance (ADH). Coordinates the activity of other endocrine … | The largest and longest nerve in the body, providing motor innervation to the posterior thigh and all muscles below the knee. Provides sensory innervation to the lateral leg, foot, and … |
| Klinische Bedeutung | Pituitary adenomas can cause hormone excess or deficiency. Acromegaly results from excess growth hormone. Cushing's disease results from excess ACTH. Pituitary apoplexy is acute hemorrhage or infarction of the gland. … | Sciatica (sciatic nerve irritation, often from disc herniation) causes radiating pain down the posterior leg. Piriformis syndrome compresses the nerve in the buttock. Improper gluteal injections can damage the nerve. … |
| FMA ID | 13889 | 19034 |