About Endocrine Surgical Procedure
Key Highlights
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Targeted treatment for hormone-related disorders directly at the source gland.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopic/robotic) for reduced scarring.High success rates in normalizing hormone levels and alleviating symptoms.Can be curative for certain cancers and benign tumors of endocrine organs.Performed by specialists with focused expertise in endocrine system anatomy and physiology.
Who is this surgery for?
- Thyroid cancer, large goiters causing compression, or hyperthyroidism unresponsive to medication.
- Primary hyperparathyroidism caused by a parathyroid adenoma.
- Adrenal tumors (e.g., pheochromocytoma, aldosteronoma, Cushing's syndrome, or adrenal cancer).
- Neuroendocrine tumors of the pancreas (e.g., insulinoma, gastrinoma).
- Suspected malignancy in an endocrine gland based on biopsy or imaging.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive hormonal blood tests and imaging studies (ultrasound, CT, MRI) to locate the issue.
- Medication adjustments, such as stabilizing thyroid or adrenal hormone levels pre-surgery.
- Pre-operative counseling to discuss the procedure, risks, and expected outcomes.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery as per anesthesia guidelines.
- Informed consent process after all patient questions are addressed.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to nearby structures like nerves (e.g., recurrent laryngeal nerve affecting voice) or blood vessels.
- Hormonal imbalance post-surgery, potentially requiring lifelong hormone replacement therapy.
- Damage to the parathyroid glands during thyroid surgery, leading to low calcium levels.
- Scarring at the incision site and rare complications specific to the operated gland.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically short, often 1-3 days for monitoring and pain management.
- Oral pain medication is prescribed to manage post-operative discomfort.
- Incision care instructions will be provided to keep the area clean and dry.
- Follow-up blood tests are crucial to check hormone levels and adjust replacement medication if needed.
- A gradual return to normal activities is advised, avoiding heavy lifting for several weeks.
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Typical hospital stay: 1-3 days
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Expected recovery time: 2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering endocrine surgical procedure in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
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