Abstract:Purpose:The laparoscopic adrenalectomy (LA) has become the preferred procedure for adrenal tumors due to many advantages; a more rapid and comfortable recovery, shortened hospitalization period, and fewer complications. This study reports on an initial 4 year period of experience with LA and describes various unusual findings encountered during the treatment. Methods: From February 1997 to November 2000, a total of 20 LA were performed. Of the several LA techniques previously described we prefer the transabdom… Show more
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