Symptoms Addressed

• High blood pressure due to aldosterone-secreting tumors

• Rapid weight gain, fatigue, or skin changes in Cushing’s syndrome

• Palpitations, sweating, and anxiety in pheochromocytoma

• Abdominal or flank pain from large adrenal masses

• Hormonal imbalances affecting metabolism or electrolytes

Procedure Overview

1. Pre-operative Assessment

   • Blood tests, hormonal studies, imaging (CT, MRI)

   • Evaluation for anesthesia and overall fitness

2. Surgical Procedure

   • Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy: Minimally invasive, small incisions, faster recovery

   • Open Adrenalectomy: Larger incision for complex or malignant tumors

   • Surgery duration: 2–4 hours depending on approach and complexity

3. Post-operative Care

   • Hospital stay: 2–5 days (laparoscopic), 5–7 days (open)

   • Hormonal monitoring and supplementation if needed

   • Pain management and wound care

   • Gradual return to normal activities

   • Follow-up imaging and hormonal evaluation

Benefits of Adrenalectomy

• Removes tumor or source of hormone excess

• Minimally invasive approach reduces recovery time and scarring

• Prevents complications of hormone overproduction (hypertension, heart issues, diabetes)

• Effective treatment for adrenal cancers and large adrenal masses

• Improves overall quality of life and metabolic balance

Adrenalectomy Cost in India

Table 1: Average Adrenalectomy Cost in India

Factors Affecting Cost

1. Type of surgery – Laparoscopic vs open adrenalectomy

2. Hospital facilities and city – Advanced endocrine centers may charge more

3. Tumor size and complexity – Larger or malignant tumors may require extended surgery

4. Patient health and comorbidities – Hormonal imbalances or complications

5. Follow-up care – Hormonal monitoring, medications, and imaging

Who Should Consider Adrenalectomy?

• Patients with hormone-secreting adrenal tumors

• Individuals with benign or malignant adrenal masses

• Patients experiencing metabolic or cardiovascular complications from adrenal disorders

• Candidates referred by endocrinologists, urologists, or surgeons

• Suitable for both adults and selected pediatric cases