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Minimally invasive laparoscopic adrenalectomy offers faster recovery and fewer complications for adrenal masses. Organ-preserving partial adrenalectomy is increasingly favored to maintain adrenal function and avoid lifelong steroid replacement.

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  • Endocrinology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is the standard treatment for adrenal masses, surpassing open surgery in recovery and complication rates.
  • Organ-sparing adrenalectomy is a newer approach focusing on preserving functional adrenal tissue.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on minimally invasive adrenalectomy techniques.
  • To evaluate the outcomes of organ-preserving partial adrenalectomy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on laparoscopic and partial adrenalectomy.
  • Analysis of surgical, functional, and oncological outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Laparoscopic adrenalectomy demonstrates superior recovery and fewer complications compared to open procedures.
  • Organ-sparing partial adrenalectomy shows promising results, including reduced blood loss, preserved adrenal function, and low recurrence rates.
  • Partial adrenalectomy is beneficial for both bilateral and unilateral adrenal diseases, mitigating risks of adrenal insufficiency and reducing the need for steroid replacement.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive adrenalectomy, including laparoscopic and organ-preserving partial techniques, offers significant advantages.
  • Partial adrenalectomy is a viable and increasingly adopted strategy for managing adrenal tumors, aiming to preserve endocrine function and minimize long-term complications.