SHEEHAN’S SYNDROME: A CASE REPORT
Abdullahi et al. J Biomed & App Sci FUD (2025) 4:2
Keywords: Hypopituitarism, Pituitary gland, postpartum haemorrhage, Sheehan’s syndrome.
2026-03-26 DOI: JOBASFUD_2025_4_2_014
Abstract
Background: Sheehan’s syndrome also known as postpartum hypopituitarism is a rare complication of postpartum haemorrhage which was first described by Sheehan in 1937. It occurs as a result of ischaemic necrosis of the pituitary gland due to severe postpartum haemorrhage. It is one of the most common causes of hypopituitarism in developing countries. Objective: we aimed to present a rare case of Sheehan’s syndrome from our centre. Case presentation: Case Presentation: We present the case of 40 –year-old woman, with partial hypopituitarism after a home delivery associated with a massive postpartum haemorrhage nine years previously. She presented with amenorrhea and fatigue. Complete clinical evaluation, hormone profile revealed partial hypopituitarism. A remarkable improvement was noted after commencement of glucocorticoid replacement. Conclusion: Clinicians should have high index of suspicion of the condition and the possibility of late presentation in order to diagnose and treat promptly.