Adrenal Tumor – Symptoms, Diagnosis & Surgical Treatment in Thane
Advanced Endocrine & Laparoscopic Surgery – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is the Adrenal Gland?
The adrenal glands are two small hormone-producing glands located above each kidney.
They produce essential hormones like:
✔ Cortisol
✔ Adrenaline
✔ Aldosterone
✔ Sex hormones
These hormones regulate:
✔ Blood pressure
✔ Stress response
✔ Metabolism
✔ Salt balance
What Is an Adrenal Tumor?
An adrenal tumor is a growth that develops in one of the adrenal glands.
It can be:
✔ Benign (non-cancerous)
✔ Malignant (cancerous)
✔ Hormone-producing (functional)
✔ Non-hormone producing (non-functional)
Some tumors are detected incidentally during scans for other problems (called adrenal incidentalomas).
Types of Adrenal Tumors
1️⃣ Pheochromocytoma
A tumor that produces excess adrenaline.
2️⃣ Cushing’s Syndrome (Adrenal Adenoma)
Produces excess cortisol.
3️⃣ Conn’s Syndrome (Aldosterone-producing tumor)
Causes uncontrolled high blood pressure.
4️⃣ Adrenal Cancer
Rare but serious condition.
Symptoms of Adrenal Tumors
Symptoms depend on hormone production.
If Excess Adrenaline:
✔ Severe high blood pressure
✔ Palpitations
✔ Sweating
✔ Headache
✔ Anxiety episodes
If Excess Cortisol:
✔ Weight gain
✔ Moon face
✔ Weak muscles
✔ Diabetes
✔ High BP
If Excess Aldosterone:
✔ Resistant hypertension
✔ Low potassium
✔ Muscle weakness
Sometimes there are no symptoms.
How Is It Diagnosed?
✔ Blood hormone tests
✔ Urine hormone tests
✔ CT scan abdomen
✔ MRI scan
✔ Specialized endocrine evaluation
Accurate diagnosis is essential before surgery.
When Is Surgery Required?
Surgery is advised if:
✔ Tumor is producing excess hormones
✔ Tumor size >4 cm
✔ Suspicion of cancer
✔ Rapid growth
✔ Severe uncontrolled symptoms
Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Gland Removal)
This is the definitive treatment.
Types of Surgery:
✔ Laparoscopic adrenalectomy (minimally invasive)
✔ Open adrenalectomy (for large tumors)
Laparoscopic Adrenal Surgery – Benefits
✔ Small incisions
✔ Less pain
✔ Short hospital stay
✔ Faster recovery
✔ Minimal scarring
Most adrenal tumors can be treated laparoscopically.
Pre-Surgery Preparation
Especially important in pheochromocytoma:
✔ Blood pressure control
✔ Cardiology clearance
✔ Hormonal stabilization
✔ ICU backup readiness
Proper preparation prevents complications.
Post-Surgery Recovery
✔ 2–4 days hospital stay
✔ Hormone monitoring
✔ Blood pressure monitoring
✔ Follow-up hormone testing
Most patients recover well with proper care.
Risks (Rare But Possible)
✔ Bleeding
✔ BP fluctuations
✔ Hormonal imbalance
✔ Infection
Experienced surgical and anesthesia teams minimize risks.
When Should You Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Incidental adrenal mass on scan
✔ Uncontrolled blood pressure
✔ Hormonal imbalance symptoms
✔ Recurrent headaches with hypertension
✔ Suspicion of adrenal tumor
Early diagnosis prevents complications.
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in advanced laparoscopic surgery
✔ Experience in endocrine surgical cases
✔ Multidisciplinary coordination
✔ ICU support when required
✔ Structured post-operative follow-up
Advanced adrenal tumor surgery in Thane with safety and precision.
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