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Retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy using 3-mm instruments (mini-rA) is safe and effective for adrenal tumors under 6 cm. This minimally invasive approach offers excellent patient satisfaction and cosmetic results.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Endocrine Surgery

Background:

  • Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove adrenal glands or tumors.
  • Minimally invasive techniques aim to reduce patient morbidity and improve cosmetic outcomes.
  • Retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy offers advantages over traditional open surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy using 3-mm instruments (mini-rA).
  • To assess perioperative outcomes and patient satisfaction, including cosmetic results, for mini-rA.
  • To compare outcomes for mini-rA in patients with different types of adrenal lesions.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 48 patients with adrenal tumors <6 cm and BMI ≤ 35.
  • Fifty mini-rA procedures were performed using 3-mm instruments.
  • Data collected included demographic, endocrine, perioperative variables, and cosmetic results using the Patient Scar Assessment Questionnaire.

Main Results:

  • All 50 procedures were completed without conversion to open surgery, reoperation, or mortality.
  • Low complication rates were observed: 2% intraoperative and 8% conversion to conventional laparoscopy.
  • Patients with benign lesions had significantly shorter operative times and fewer complications than those with malignant lesions.

Conclusions:

  • Mini-retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy (mini-rA) is a feasible, safe, and effective technique for selected adrenal masses <6 cm.
  • The procedure demonstrates excellent patient satisfaction regarding both symptom management and cosmetic outcomes.
  • Significant prior surgical experience is recommended before undertaking mini-rA.