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Departments Minimally Invasive Procedures Procedures Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a minimally invasive option to treat pheochromocytoma, Conn’s syndrome - aldosteroma, Cushing’s syndrome or an enlarged adrenal gland.
Before the surgery, the patient will undergo preoperative testing and possibly medications.
The laparoscopic surgery uses small incisions to insert a trocar is placed into the abdominal cavity in the upper abdomen or flank just below the ribs. Then the abdomen is filled with carbon dioxide gas to allow visualization of the abdominal organs. The laparoscope, which is connected to a tiny video camera, is inserted to provide an up-close view of the patient’s internal organs, which are displayed on a monitor.
Other trocars are inserted in small incisions so the surgeon can separate the adrenal gland from its attachments and place it in a small bag to be removed through one of the incisions.
This procedure usually requires just an overnight stay at the hospital. Pain usually subsides quickly and the patient will be cured of the syndrome. The laparoscopic adrenalectomy offers less pain, a shorter hospital stay, quicker return to normal activities, improved cosmetic results and reduced risk of herniation or wound separation.
Not everyone is a candidate for laparoscopic adrenalectomy. Talk to your doctor to see if this is an option or make an appointment by calling toll-free 1.877.UT.CARES (1.877.882.2737).