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Endocrine surgery is a broad term that refers to surgical procedure around the endocrine glands. These are used to diagnose or treat medical conditions related to different endocrine glands. 

At Aayush Hospitals, we make sure to provide effective care by providing laparoscopy surgery to our patients. With minimal risks involved, the surgeries are quick and speed up the recovery compared to the traditional method.  

Our team of general surgeons are highly trained in performing complex surgeries by both laparoscopic and traditional means. To support the team, we also have state-of-the-art infrastructure and most advanced equipment. Together, it makes us the best hospital for endocrine surgery in Gujarat. 

Procedures

 

Thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove your thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck which produces thyroid hormone. 

Why Do You Need a Thyroidectomy? 

You may need a thyroidectomy if you have: 

  • Goiter. 

  • Thyroid nodules. 

  • Metastasis. 

  • Thyroid cancer. 

What Happens During a Thyroidectomy? 

During the procedure, your surgeon will: 

  • Give you an anaesthesia. 

  • Make an incision in your neck. 

  • Insert a laparoscope in your neck 

  • Remove either a part of your thyroid, most of your thyroid, or all of your thyroid. 

What Happens After a Thyroidectomy? 

After the procedure, you will be moved to an intensive care unit and may remain in the hospital for 2-3 days. 

What Are the Risks Associated with a Thyroidectomy? 

Thyroidectomy is safe. It may, however, cause: 

  1. Bleeding. 

  1. Damage to the parathyroid glands. 

  1. Injury to your laryngeal nerve. 

 

Parathyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or more parathyroid glands. Parathyroid glands are tiny glands located on the back of your thyroid glands and help in regulating calcium levels in your body. 

Why Do You Need a Parathyroidectomy? 

You may need a parathyroidectomy, if you have: 

  • Hyperparathyroidism. 

  • Parathyroid cancer. 

  • Parathyroid hyperplasia. 

What Happens During a Parathyroidectomy? 

During the procedure, your surgeon will: 

  • Give you an anaesthesia. 

  • Make a small incision in your neck and locate the parathyroid gland. 

  • Insert a laparoscope attached to tiny surgical instruments. 

  • Remove the affected parathyroid gland. 

  • Close the incision. 

What Happens After a Parathyroidectomy? 

After the procedure, you will be moved to a recovery room. You may go home on the same day. 

What Are the Risks Associated with a Parathyroidectomy? 

Parathyroidectomy is safe. It may, however, cause: 

  • Sore throat. 

  • Infection. 

  • Hoarseness in voice. 

  • Haematoma. 

 

Adrenalectomy or adrenal gland removal is a surgical procedure to remove one or both adrenal glands. Adrenal glands are located above each kidney and are responsible for growth, development, metabolism, and sexual function. 

Why Do You Need an Adrenalectomy? 

You may need an adrenalectomy, if you have: 

  • Adrenal disorder. 

  • Adrenal cancer. 

  • Cushing syndrome. 

What Happens During an Adrenalectomy? 

During the procedure, your surgeon will: 

  • Give you an anaesthesia. 

  • Make 2-4 small incisions in your abdomen. 

  • Insert a laparoscope attached to tiny surgical instruments. 

  • Remove one or both adrenal glands. 

What Happens After an Adrenalectomy? 

After the procedure, you will be moved to a recovery area and you will be able to go home on the same day. 

What Are the Risks Associated with an Adrenalectomy? 

Adrenalectomy is safe. It may, however, cause: 

  • Bleeding. 

  • Blood clots. 

  • Hernia. 

  • Damage to surrounding organs 

  • Infection. 

 

Thyroid lobectomy refers to the surgical removal of half of your thyroid gland. Your thyroid gland is made up of two lobes. Removing one lobe of the thyroid is called thyroid lobectomy. 

Why Do You Need a Lobectomy? 

You may need a lobectomy, if you have: 

  • Goiter. 

  • Thyroid nodules. 

  • Metastasis. 

  • Thyroid cancer. 

What Happens During a Lobectomy? 

During the procedure, your surgeon will: 

  • Give you an anaesthesia. 

  • Make an incision in your neck. 

  • Insert a laparoscope in your neck 

  • Remove a part of your thyroid gland. 

  • Close the incision. 

What Happens After a Lobectomy? 

After the procedure, you will be moved to an intensive care unit and may remain in the hospital for 2-3 days. 

What Are the Risks Associated with a Lobectomy? 

Lobectomy is safe. It may, however, cause: 

  • Bleeding. 

  • Damage to the parathyroid glands. 

  • Injury to your laryngeal nerve.