Adrenal gland cancers originate from the adrenal glands and are rare oncological conditions. Because the adrenal glands produce vital hormones that regulate the body's hormonal balance, cancers arising here can present not only through the mass effect but also through hormonal disturbances.
Adrenal cancers may or may not secrete hormones. In hormone-secreting tumors, systemic symptoms such as raised blood pressure, weight gain, muscle weakness, skin changes and metabolic imbalances can occur.
A detailed clinical evaluation is very important in diagnosing adrenal gland cancers. Blood and urine tests examine hormone levels, while computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging assess the tumor's size, structure and relationship to surrounding tissue.
Further tests may be performed when necessary to determine the tumor's extent. This process ensures the disease's stage is correctly determined and the treatment plan is built accordingly.
Treatment of adrenal cancers is planned according to the tumor's stage, hormonal activity and the patient's general health. Surgery is the primary treatment approach for most patients, and minimally invasive surgical methods may also be considered in suitable cases.
The main goal of the treatment process is to effectively remove the tumor, restore hormonal balance and control the disease. The treatment plan is determined through individual evaluation and a multidisciplinary approach.
Patients are placed on a regular follow-up program after treatment. The course of the disease is closely monitored through hormone levels, imaging tests and clinical evaluations.
This follow-up process is very important for detecting recurrences early and achieving healthy long-term results.
