Absite Review Series: Adrenal Gland Disorders
Absite Review Series: Adrenal Gland Disorders
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www.downstatesurgery.org<br />
Primary Hyperaldosteronism<br />
Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is the<br />
preferred method<br />
Cure in 75% to 95%<br />
• Normalize BP<br />
• Normalize plasma and urine<br />
aldosterone<br />
• Resolve hypokalemia<br />
24 hours to weeks<br />
Lal G, Duh QY: Laparoscopic adrenalectomy—indications and<br />
technique. Surg Oncol 2003; 12:105-123.