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Bilateral Adrenalectomy

Posted On: 04-21-2015
Bilateral Adrenalectomy

What is Bilateral Adrenalectomy?

During bilateral adrenalectomy, both adrenal glands are removed.

Also Known As:

  • Bilateral adrenal gland removal
  • Adrenal surgery
  • Adrenal removal

Conditions Treated with Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

Bilateral adrenalectomy is utilized in order to treat Cushing’s syndrome, an enlarged adrenal gland, high blood pressure from dysfunctional adrenal glands, and a malignant or benign adrenal gland tumor or medullary tumor.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

Non-surgical alternatives to bilateral adrenalectomy can include high blood pressure medication, arterial ablation, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. As a surgical alternative, the procedure can be performed with the laparoscopic method.

Anesthesia with Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

Bilateral adrenalectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

Possible risks following bilateral adrenalectomy include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience injury to other organs.

Prognosis after Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following bilateral adrenalectomy is good.

Recovery from Bilateral Adrenalectomy:

The total recovery time for bilateral adrenalectomy is three to six weeks.

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