Pituitary Disorders Market Expected to Grow at a CAGR of 6.41% During 2025-2035, Impelled by Advancements in Early Detection

February 28, 2025 | Healthcare

Pituitary Disorders Market Outlook 2025-2035:

The pituitary disorders market is showing a promising trajectory, with a projected CAGR of 6.41% across the 7 major markets between 2025 and 2035. The market is driven by the emerging popularity of targeted therapies that are designed to specifically act on the underlying molecular pathways or genetic mutations responsible for the development and progression of the ailments. Moreover, the extensive use of hormone replacement therapy to reduce symptoms of hormone deficiencies is also contributing to the market growth.

Advances in Early Detection and Diagnostic Technologies: Driving the Pituitary Disorders Market

The basic form through which early detection and diagnostic technological advancements are changing the face of the pituitary disorders market is by giving an opportunity for timely intervention, hence improving patient outcomes. Some of the most important of these advancements include the use of high-resolution MRI and functional MRI to detect greater percentages of the pituitary tumors and abnormalities in comparison to what was possible before. Such imaging techniques allow the visualization of better images of the pituitary gland, thus making it easier to detect microadenomas otherwise very difficult to detect. Also, enhancement in PET scan and novel tracers improve the detection of aggressive pituitary tumors and its metastases. Highly important research related to the early diagnosis of pituitary disorders has been the biomarker research. The sensitivity of hormonal tests for cortisol, GH, IGF-1, and ACTH is increasing to earliest identify dysfunction within the endocrine system. Genetic and molecular markers further enhance diagnostic accuracy, even in hereditary conditions related to the pituitary. AI and machine learning are advancing for application through electronic health records and diagnostic imaging for patterns and interventions before significant development of pathology or complications. Those AI-based solutions help clinicians differentiate between benign and aggressive tumors, optimize treatment plans, and prognosticate disease progression. With technological advancements, early and accurate pituitary disorder diagnosis is ultimately improving patient outcomes and hence expanding the horizon of treatment options, thus fueling market growth. Improved detection methods that support personalized medicine and innovative therapeutic approaches will thus benefit the market with further research.

Development of Novel Therapies and Pharmacological Treatments: Contributing to Market Expansion

Advances in novel therapies and pharmacological treatments are rapidly improving patient outcomes and reducing disease burden, hence, the growth in the pituitary disorders market. A major innovation has been the development of long-acting formulations of established medications. For example, extended release pasireotide (Signifor LAR) and lanreotide (Somatuline Depot) are now approved for the treatment of Cushing's disease and acromegaly, minimizing the dosing interval and thus enhancing patient compliance. Dopamine agonists like cabergoline remain the mainstay of therapy for prolactinomas but newer preparations with fewer side effects are in development. Targeted therapies and biologics also significantly change the horizon of treatment. Monoclonal antibodies, as well as peptide-based medications, have potential for targeted reduction of excess secretion of hormones to reduce side effects to other tissues and systems of the body. Cortisol receptor antagonists, such as osilodrostat (Isturisa), and growth hormone receptor blockers, including pegvisomant (Somavert), also remain key elements of active contemporary research. Some of the new curative modalities include gene therapy and regenerative medicine, but CRISPR-based gene editing and stem cell therapy seem promising for recovery of normal pituitary function, especially in cases of hypopituitarism. With increased investment in pharmaceutical research and development of individualized medicine along with innovative formulations of drugs, the pituitary disorders market is ready to expand substantially. More effective, patient-friendly treatment options are changing the way people manage their disease, reduce complications over the long term, and improve quality of life.

Marketed Therapies in Pituitary Disorders Market

Sandostatin LAR Depot (Octreotide): Novartis 

Sandostatin LAR Depot (Octreotide) is a long-acting somatostatin analogue that is prescribed for pituitary disorders such as acromegaly and hormone-secreting pituitary tumors. The pharmacological action of octreotide is similar to that of the natural hormone somatostatin. Compared with the natural hormone somatostatin, it has more potent growth hormone, glucagon, and insulin inhibiting properties. As in the case of the natural hormone somatostatin, it decreases luteinizing hormone response to GnRH, decreases splanchnic blood flow, and blocks the release of serotonin, gastrin, vasoactive intestinal peptide, secretin, motilin, and pancreatic polypeptide.

Somatuline Depot (Lanreotide): Ipsen

Somatuline Depot (Lanreotide) is a somatostatin analogue used in the treatment of unresectable, well- or moderately differentiated, locally progressed, or metastatic gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors and acromegaly. Lanreotide is a somatostatin analogue (SSA) with primarily inhibitory effects through somatostatin receptors (SSTRs) 2 and 5, including inhibition of growth hormone release in the brain. Activation of tumor SSTR triggers downstream cell cycle arrest and/or apoptosis, which decreases synthesis of substances that enhance tumor growth and angiogenesis. This gives Lanreotide its anti-proliferative effects.

Isturisa (Osilodrostat): Recordati

Isturisa (Osilodrostat) is an oral inhibitor of cortisol production for the treatment of Cushing's disease, which controls hypercortisolism. Osilodrostat inhibits 11β-hydroxylase (CYP11B1) and, to a lesser extent, aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2). The CYP11B1 enzyme catalyzes the final step of cortisol synthesis; through the inhibition of this enzyme, osilodrostat facilitates normalization of endogenous cortisol levels and decreases symptoms of Cushing's disease.

Emerging Therapies in Pituitary Disorders Market

LUM-201: Lumos Pharma/Merck

LUM-201, which is developed by Lumos Pharma, is an oral growth hormone secretagogue, and it stimulates the pituitary gland to secrete more growth hormone as an agonist of the Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptor 1a. It actually mimics the physiological process of GH release, enhancing the amplitude of pulsatile GH secretion and subsequently raising levels of Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF 1), which stimulates growth in patients with pituitary diseases that result in a GH deficiency.

CRN04894: Crinetics Pharmaceuticals

CRN04894 is a first-in-class, once daily oral adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) receptor antagonist that addresses the melanocortin type 2 receptor (MC2R) only in the adrenal glands. Using preclinical models, CRN04894 proved to have higher binding affinity and has been exhibited to block those adrenal-derived glucocorticoids and androgens controlled through ACTH. Data from a Phase 1 healthy volunteer study demonstrated pharmacologic proof-of-concept for CRN04894, with reductions in both serum cortisol levels and 24-hour urine free cortisol excretion in the presence of persistent, disease-like ACTH levels. CRN04894 is currently in Phase 2 studies for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome.

Drug Name Company Name MOA ROA
LUM-201 Lumos Pharma/Merck Growth hormone releasing factor agonists; Insulin-like growth factor I stimulants Oral
CRN04894 Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Melanocortin type 2 receptor antagonists Oral


Detailed list of emerging therapies in Pituitary Disorders is provided in the final report…

Leading Companies in the Pituitary Disorders Market:

The market research report by IMARC provides a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Across the global pituitary disorders market, several leading companies are at the forefront of developing integrated platforms to enhance the management of pituitary disorders. Some of the major players include Novartis, Ipsen, and Recordati. These companies are revolutionizing the pituitary disorders market through research, diagnostic tools, and continuous expansion of products to cater to the growing needs of the illness.

Key Players in Pituitary Disorders Market:

The key players in the Pituitary Disorders market who are in different phases of developing different therapies are Novartis, Ipsen, Recordati, Strongbridge Biopharma, Eli Lilly and Company, Lumos Pharma, Merck, Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Sparrow Pharmaceuticals, Camurus, and Others.

Key Players in Pituitary Disorders Market

Regional Analysis:

Major markets for pituitary disorders are the United States, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and Japan. Based on recent projections by IMARC, the U.S. alone holds the largest patient pool suffering from pituitary disorders and offers the largest market for its treatment. Rising awareness and early diagnosis of pituitary disorders may be attributed to the high-resolution MRI, biomarker research, and AI-driven diagnostic tools.

Availability of new pharmacological treatments is another major driving factor. Long-acting somatostatin analogs, such as Sandostatin LAR (Octreotide) and Somatuline Depot (Lanreotide), and the newer cortisol-lowering drugs like Isturisa (Osilodrostat) are bettering disease management through more effective and convenient treatment options. Furthermore, biologic therapies and gene-targeted treatments are opening up the horizon for treatment and giving options for patients who do not respond to conventional therapies.

The exceptional healthcare infrastructure, hospitable reimbursement policies, and investment in pharmaceutical research support this growth further. Leaders in pharmaceutical companies in the US are conducting clinical studies on the next generation of therapies in the form of monoclonal antibodies and regenerative medicine approaches for curative therapy and long-term control of the disease.

Recent Developments in Pituitary Disorders Market:

  • In December 2024, Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. reported that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had accepted its New Drug Application (NDA) for experimental candidate paltusotine for the treatment and long-term maintenance of acromegaly in adults.
  • In June 2024, Sparrow Pharmaceuticals announced that it disclosed interim analyses of ongoing clinical trials at the Endocrine Society (ENDO) 2024 Annual Conference held June 1-4, 2024. To present, the HSD-1 inhibitor clofutriben (SPI-62) had stabilized urine free cortisol (UFC) in more than 60% of individuals with endogenous Cushing's syndrome (EnCS), without decreasing serum cortisol to levels considered to indicate risk for adrenal insufficiency.

Key information covered in the report

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Historical Period: 2019-2024
  • Market Forecast: 2025-2035

Countries Covered

  • United States
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Japan

 Analysis Covered Across Each Country

  • Historical, current, and future epidemiology scenario
  • Historical, current, and future performance of the pituitary disorders market
  • Historical, current, and future performance of various therapeutic categories in the market
  • Sales of various drugs across the pituitary disorders market
  • Reimbursement scenario in the market
  • In-market and pipeline drugs

Competitive Landscape:

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of current pituitary disorders marketed drugs and late-stage pipeline drugs.

In-Market Drugs

  • Drug Overview
  • Mechanism of Action
  • Regulatory Status
  • Clinical Trial Results
  • Drug Uptake and Market Performance

 Late-Stage Pipeline Drugs

  • Drug Overview
  • Mechanism of Action
  • Regulatory Status
  • Clinical Trial Results
  • Drug Uptake and Market Performance

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