What Is Endocrine Surgery?
Endocrine surgery is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases affecting hormone-producing glands. It mainly involves conditions related to the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, and in some cases the pituitary gland. Endocrine surgery plays an important role in the treatment of hormonal disorders, benign and malignant tumors, nodules, cysts, and cancers. Modern minimally invasive surgical techniques help improve patient comfort and support faster recovery.
Which Organs Does Endocrine Surgery Treat?
The Endocrine Surgery Department at Özel Algomed Hospital focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting hormone-producing organs, including:
- Thyroid gland
- Parathyroid glands
- Adrenal glands
- Pancreas
- Pituitary gland (in collaboration with related specialties when necessary)
Areas of Endocrine Surgery
At Özel Algomed Hospital, modern surgical techniques are used in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine gland disorders. Main areas include:
- Thyroid Surgery: Surgical removal of part or all of the thyroid gland for goiter, thyroid nodules, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid cancer.
- Parathyroid Surgery: Surgical treatment of parathyroid disorders causing elevated calcium levels and related health problems.
- Adrenal Surgery: Surgical management of adrenal gland tumors and hormone-producing adrenal disorders.
- Pancreatic Surgery: Surgical treatment for hormone-secreting pancreatic tumors.
- Pituitary Surgery: Evaluation and management of pituitary gland tumors in collaboration with relevant specialties.
Diagnostic and Treatment Services
At Özel Algomed Hospital, diagnosis and treatment processes are planned with a multidisciplinary approach. Specialists from endocrinology, general surgery, radiology, pathology, nuclear medicine, and oncology work together throughout the treatment process.
Services include:
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) for thyroid nodules
- Nerve monitoring during thyroid and parathyroid surgeries
- Minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical techniques
- Adrenal gland and pancreatic surgeries
- Multidisciplinary cancer evaluation and treatment planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Which diseases are treated by endocrine surgery?
Endocrine surgery focuses on the surgical treatment of thyroid nodules, goiter, thyroid cancer, hyperparathyroidism, adrenal gland tumors, and pancreatic tumors.
How is the recovery process after thyroid surgery?
Most patients can return to daily life within a short time after thyroid surgery. Recovery time may vary depending on the surgical technique used.
Are minimally invasive surgeries performed in endocrine surgery?
Yes. Minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques can be used for suitable patients.
What symptoms can parathyroid diseases cause?
Parathyroid disorders may cause fatigue, bone pain, kidney stones, and muscle weakness due to elevated calcium levels.
