Abstract | PURPOSE: To evaluate the surgical feasibility of laparoscopic adrenalectomy and what laparoscopy offers for the surgeon and the patient. PATIENTS AND METHODS: From March 1996 to June 2004, 43 transperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomies were performed for various pathological states. Functioning adrenal masses and solid masses>5 cm were the most common indications. The mean size of the masses on abdominal CT was 6.8 cm in the largest diameter. All patients were assessed regarding the operative time, blood loss, complications, and conversion to open surgery. The postoperative course was reported with special attention to the complications and hospital stay. RESULTS: CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is surgically feasible and can be applied for different adrenal pathologies. The procedure can be performed with a reasonable operative time, minimal blood loss, and an acceptable rate of complications. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy provides excellent postoperative recovery and convalescence with a short hospital stay.
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Authors | Hamdy A El-Kappany, Ahmed M Shoma, Nasr A El-Tabey, Ahmed R El-Nahas, Ibrahim I Eraky |
Journal | Journal of endourology
(J Endourol)
Vol. 19
Issue 10
Pg. 1170-3
(Dec 2005)
ISSN: 0892-7790 [Print] United States |
PMID | 16359207
(Publication Type: Evaluation Study, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adrenal Gland Neoplasms
(surgery)
- Adrenal Glands
(blood supply, surgery)
- Adrenalectomy
(methods)
- Adrenocortical Adenoma
(surgery)
- Adult
- Aged
- Female
- Hospitalization
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
- Length of Stay
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Pheochromocytoma
(surgery)
- Veins
(surgery)
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