title: [Asymptomatic tumors of the adrenals (incidentalomas): criteria for the endoscopic removal].
abstract: An algorithm of using modern methods of the laboratory and X-ray examination and of operative treatment of patients by laparoscopic techniques was developed on the basis of an analysis of the results of diagnosis, endovideosurgical treatment of 132 patients with adrenal tumors without clear clinical signs, hypercortisolism and hyperadrenalinectomy (incidentalomas). Laparoscopic techniques were shown to be less traumatic and dangerous under conditions of regular using them in specialized clinics.
authors.forename: L A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Mishel'
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000310:Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery*; D000315:Adrenalectomy; D000308:Adrenocortical Hyperfunction / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000465:Algorithms; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D018579:Patient Selection; D010673:Pheochromocytoma / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery*