Retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy: tips and tricks

Updates Surg. 2017 Jun;69(2):267-270. doi: 10.1007/s13304-017-0469-1. Epub 2017 Jun 13.

Abstract

Posterior retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy has recently increased in popularity and currently adopted in about 20% of referral centers. It may provide more direct access to the adrenals, thus avoiding post-operative adhesions and the need for patient repositioning in bilateral adrenalectomy. Although it has been suggested to be feasible for large tumors, large tumor size is indicated as the main limitation of PRA, mainly because of the small space available for dissection.

Keywords: Bilateral adrenalectomy; Endoscopic adrenalectomy; Posterior retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy.

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Adrenalectomy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Retroperitoneal Space*