Adrenal Gland Surgery

Adrenal neoplasms are becoming more common as the use of abdominal imaging increases. Autopsy studies have examined the prevalence of incidental adrenal masses and discovered that they occur in up to 6% of individuals. Adrenal masses are found in fewer than 1% of people younger than 30 years old, and up to 7% of patients beyond the age of 70. 

Minimally invasive adrenalectomy through a laparoscopic transabdominal technique was originally developed in the early 1990s and has revolutionised adrenal tumor therapy. Since then, it has been demonstrated that minimally invasive adrenalectomy results in reduced blood loss, earlier patient mobility, shorter duration of stay, and a quicker return to routine activities These benefits have resulted in a rise in the frequency of surgery and the evolution of reasons for adrenalectomy.

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is the gold standard for removal of benign adrenal masses with less complication.