Laparoscopic adrenalectomy in Lahore

What it is

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is surgery to remove one or both adrenal glands, the small hormone-producing glands that sit on top of each kidney. It is used when a gland grows a tumour or makes too much hormone.

How the procedure works

The surgeon makes a few small cuts in the abdomen or side, then works with a camera and fine instruments to free and lift out the gland. The gland is placed in a small bag and removed through one of the cuts, so no large opening is needed.

Benefits

Smaller cuts and less scarring
Less pain after surgery
Faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay

Who it is for

It suits people with an adrenal tumour, a hormone-producing growth such as a phaeochromocytoma or aldosteronoma, or a suspicious adrenal mass. Your surgeon confirms suitability after imaging and blood tests.

Recovery

Most people are walking soon after surgery and go home within a few days. Full recovery usually takes a couple of weeks, and hormone levels are checked during follow-up.

The experience with Dr. Shehryar Niazi in Lahore

Care begins with a consultation at Farooq Hospital, DHA, where Dr. Shehryar Niazi reviews your history, explains the options and answers your questions. Surgery and follow-up are handled by the same team, so you deal with familiar faces at every step.

For more information or to book an appointment, contact the clinic on +92 310 1612820.

Frequently asked questions

Is adrenal gland surgery major surgery?

Yes, adrenal surgery is a major operation because it removes a hormone-producing gland from deep inside the abdomen, but the laparoscopic method makes it far less demanding on the body. Small cuts, less pain and a shorter hospital stay make recovery easier than open surgery.

Can you live a normal life without your adrenal glands?

Yes, you can live a normal life if one adrenal gland is removed, because the remaining gland takes over the work. If both glands are removed, you can still live well but you will need daily hormone replacement tablets for life.

What happens after your adrenal glands are removed?

After the gland is removed, your body and hormone levels are monitored and any medicines are adjusted as you settle. If a hormone-producing tumour was the cause, symptoms such as high blood pressure often improve over the following weeks.