World Neurosurg
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The primary objective of this systematic review is to evaluate the effectiveness of intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) in improving outcomes in patients undergoing pituitary surgery. ⋯ The application of the IOUS is both safe and effective and could improve the outcome of pituitary surgeries. IOUS can assist surgeons in the identification of pituitary tumors and their surrounding anatomy and can help minimize the risk of complications associated with this complex surgical procedure.