What are the causes of postoperative complications of adrenal tumor surgery?

Adrenal tumor surgery sequelae may be caused by a combination of genetic factors, adverse reactions to surgical procedures, and individual recovery conditions. This may include genetic susceptibility, nerve or tissue damage during surgery, and postoperative endocrine dysfunction.

1. Genetic factors

Some patients may be more sensitive to surgical stimulation due to their genetic background. Genetics may affect the speed and quality of postoperative recovery. For example, hereditary endocrine diseases (such as multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome) increase the risk of postoperative endocrine dysfunction. For such people, genetic testing or family health history assessment should be performed before surgery to predict the potential risk of complications in advance.

2. Tissue or nerve damage caused by surgical operation

Adrenal surgery usually involves important nerve and blood vessel networks, and may cause minor damage to surrounding tissues during the operation. For example, the adjacent kidney or main vein may be accidentally injured, resulting in low back discomfort, wound infection, or tissue edema after surgery. It is recommended to choose an experienced professional team to perform the surgery, use high-precision minimally invasive techniques (such as laparoscopic adrenalectomy) to reduce damage to surrounding tissues, and closely monitor complications after surgery and follow up on time.

3. Adrenal function and endocrine disorders

The adrenal glands are responsible for secreting a variety of important hormones (such as adrenaline and cortisol), and surgery may affect their normal hormone secretion function. For example, bilateral adrenal surgery may cause adrenal cortical insufficiency, with symptoms such as fatigue, hypotension, or electrolyte imbalance. To avoid worsening endocrine problems, endocrine monitoring is required after surgery, and if necessary, hormone drugs (such as oral hydrocortisone) are supplemented to stabilize the body's hormone levels.

4. Anti-inflammatory and infectious factors

Inflammation or infection of the postoperative wound may also cause discomfort and long-term sequelae. Especially for patients with low immune function, local infection may occur if they are not careful after surgery, which will increase the burden of systemic recovery. After surgery, you should pay attention to wound care, use antibiotics (such as cephalosporins or quinolone antibiotics) as prescribed by the doctor, and maintain good hygiene and a healthy diet to enhance the body's immune ability.

5. Influence of psychological factors

Surgical trauma may cause postoperative psychological discomfort or even anxiety and depression, which may further interfere with postoperative recovery. Regular communication with doctors or psychological counselors and learning emotional regulation techniques, such as meditation or exercise relaxation, can play a positive role in improving postoperative physical and mental health.

There are many reasons for the occurrence of postoperative sequelae of adrenal tumor surgery, including genetic factors, the impact of surgical operation and improper postoperative recovery management. In addition to following professional medical advice, timely follow-up visits and health checks are very important to detect and deal with hidden dangers as early as possible, thereby minimizing the probability of sequelae and improving the quality of life.