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Adrenalectomy for Adrenal Tumor

Adrenalectomy is the removal of one or both of the adrenal glands. These glands produce hormones the body needs to carry out daily functions. Sometimes an adrenal tumor forms on the glands and cause the increase in hormone production. When this happens, the gland needs to be removed. The usual recovery time after surgery is 2 to 6 weeks.

What is an adrenalectomy?

Adrenalectomy is an operation that removes one or both of the adrenal glands. If one gland is removed, the procedure is called unilateral adrenalectomy. When two adrenal glands are removed, the procedure is called bilateral adrenalectomy.

What are the adrenal glands?

The adrenal glands are responsible for the production of hormones the body needs to carry out daily functions.

The adrenal glands are part of the endocrine system. They are responsible for the production of hormones the body needs to carry out daily functions. Some examples include testosterone and adrenaline. Adrenal glands are located above each kidney and are about the size of your thumb.

Why is an adrenalectomy performed?

ns1.bh-ht-13.webhostbox.netThe most common problem associated with the adrenal glands that require an adrenalectomy is an increased production of hormones. An adrenal mass or tumor is the usual cause of increased hormone production. The most common tumor is called a pheochromocytoma and can cause problems with blood pressure, the heart, or other organs. This tumor is rarely cancerous and occurs mostly from early- to mid-adulthood.

What are the risks of an adrenalectomy?

Generally, complications from open adrenalectomy can be higher than laparoscopic adrenalectomy. Laparoscopic surgery does have some risks, including:

  • Blood clots
  • Bleeding or infections
  • Damage to nearby organs in the body
  • High blood pressure
  • Reactions to anesthesia and medicines
  • Wound problems or hernias

What are the benefits of laparoscopic adrenalectomy?

Some benefits include:

  • Smaller scars
  • Less risk of hernias
  • Reduced post operation pain
  • Shorter hospital stay (often 2-3 days)
  • Shorter recovery time (2-3 weeks)