Adrenalectomy in Kapashera, Delhi

Can I live normally with one adrenal gland?

Yes, the remaining adrenal gland typically compensates fully, and most people live a completely normal life after removal of one gland.

How long is the hospital stay?

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy usually requires a hospital stay of about 3-5 days, shorter than the open approach.

Will I need hormone replacement after surgery?

Only if both adrenal glands are removed, in which case lifelong steroid replacement is necessary; single-gland removal usually doesn't require this.

Is the tumor always cancerous?

No, most adrenal tumors requiring surgery are benign but hormone-producing; your doctor will assess malignancy risk with scans and hormone tests beforehand.

What is the recovery like?

Recovery after laparoscopic surgery generally takes 3-6 weeks, with most people resuming normal activity gradually within that period.