Specialists at Dubai Hospital remove 9.4kg growth in four-hour procedure
Surgeons at Dubai Health have announced a groundbreaking achievement: The successful removal of the world’s largest adrenal tumour at Dubai Hospital.
Measuring 27cmx26cm and weighing 9.4kg, the tumour’s size and weight surpassed all previous records.
The 69-year-old patient was referred to the hospital’s emergency unit due to a massive abdominal mass discovered during a scan. Struggling to walk and breathe for months prior to surgery, his condition necessitated immediate specialised care.
The four-hour procedure was performed by a multidisciplinary team of experts from urology, oncology, radiology, interventional radiology, vascular surgery, general surgery, and anaesthesia.
Dr Fariborz Bagheri, Consultant Urologist at Dubai Hospital, who led the operation, highlighted the complexity and risks associated with the procedure. “Due to the tumour’s size and its compression on vital structures, surgical intervention posed considerable challenges,” he stated. “However, without intervention, the patient’s survival was at risk.”
Collaborative efforts
Dr Mariam Al Raeesi, CEO of Dubai Hospital, highlighted the collaborative efforts of the multidisciplinary team in deciding to proceed with the surgery. “After careful consideration among our medical experts, it was agreed to undertake this complex procedure,” she said.
“The success is a huge testament to our medical staff here at Dubai Hospital, putting in practice our Patient First promise focused on delivering highquality care for patients.”
The 69-year-old patient was referred to the hospital’s emergency unit due to a massive abdominal mass discovered during a scan.