During a laparoscopic adrenalectomy, one or both
adrenal glands are removed. This procedure is performed with a
minimally invasive method that utilizes a laparoscope (a small video camera)
and small instruments inserted through small incisions.
Also
Known As:
·
Adrenal gland
removal
·
Laparoscopic
surgery
Conditions
Treated with a Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy:
A laparoscopic adrenalectomy may be performed in cases
of enlarged adrenal gland, benign adrenal gland tumor, benign pheochromocytoma,
Cushing’s syndrome and high blood pressure from a dysfunctional adrenal gland.
High blood pressure medication may be used as a
non-surgical alternative for benign tumors. An open adrenalectomy is a surgical
alternative to a laparoscopic adrenalectomy.
Anesthesia
with a Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy:
A laparoscopic adrenalectomy is performed under
general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely
unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from a Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy:
Possible risks following a laparoscopic
adrenalectomy include infection, bleeding, injury to other organs and a
negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after a Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following a
laparoscopic adrenalectomy is good.
Recovery
from a Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy:
Total recovery from a laparoscopic adrenalectomy
takes three to six weeks.
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