Laparoscopic adrenalectomy

Tech Urol. 1996 Spring;2(1):48-53.

Abstract

Fifteen patients with benign adrenal tumors underwent laparoscopic adrenalectomy for the following indications: six pheochromocytomas, four adenomas, two Cushing's syndromes, one hematoma, one myolipoma, and one Conn's syndrome. Fourteen of 15 procedures were completed laparoscopically. The average blood loss was 300 ml; the mean operative time was 150 min. In the hands of a laparoscopically experienced surgeon, laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a safe and effective procedure involving minimal morbidity. With the accepted indications for removal of benign adrenal tumors, laparoscopic adrenalectomy is our therapy of choice.

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Adrenalectomy / methods*
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy / methods*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome