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Adrenalectomy - Risks

Alternative Names

Adrenal gland removal; Removal of adrenal glands

What the risks are:

There is a slight risk of infection or bleeding with any invasive procedure. Call your health care provider if you notice any signs of infection (such as fever, muscle aches, or drainage from the incision site) or bleeding.

Special considerations:

It is important to have the procedure done at a center that is experienced in adrenal gland removal.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/24/2007
  • Robert A. Cowles, MD, Assistant Professor or Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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