Adrenalectomy
An adrenalectomy is a procedure performed to remove one or both of the adrenal glands due to the formation of a tumour on one or both adrenal glands.
Tumours typically cause adrenal glands to produce excessive amounts of hormones resulting in a hormonal imbalance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What causes the growth of benign or cancerous tumours on adrenal glands?
The cause of benign tumors is generally unknown. They form when cells divide and grow at a rapid rate.
Malignant cells grow in a similar way but can spread to nearby tissue and other parts of the body.
Why is an adrenalectomy procedure required?
Surgery is required if the presence of a tumour causes the excretion of excessive amounts of hormones, or if the tumours is cancerous.
What takes place during an adrenalectomy?
The type of surgical procedure is dependent on the patient’s condition. Here are the three types of Adrenalectomy:
- Minimally invasive: results in smaller scars and less healing time
- Open surgery: performed for large or cancerous tumours.
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Dr. Lydia Kilani is a specialist surgeon based in the North and West of Johannesburg. Her efficiency, compassion and dedication to delivering quality patient care are combined to give patients the very best experience during the most difficult times of illnesses.
Dr. Lydia Kilani
MB Chb (UCT), FCS (SA)
Practice No. 0769649
MP0699420
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