UAE surgeons remove world’s largest adrenal tumour from 69-year-old patient at Dubai Hospital

UAE surgeons remove world’s largest adrenal tumour from 69-year-old patient at Dubai Hospital

Specialists from various disciplines across Dubai Health gathered at Dubai Hospital to deduce the best course of action for the patient. The four-hour procedure was performed by a multidisciplinary team of experts from urology, oncology, radiology, interventional radiology, vascular surgery, general surgery, and anesthesia. Measuring 27 x 26 cm and weighing 9.4kg, the tumour’s size and weight surpassed all previous records.

Dubai Hospital’s multidisciplinary approach to the surgery, which forms part of the emirate’s first integrated academic health system, ensured the best possible outcome, Dubai Health said. The successful surgery also reflects Dubai Health’s promise to put the Patient First, it added.

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,” stated Dr Fariborz. “However, without intervention, the patient’s survival was at high risk.”

Reflecting on the outcome, Dr. Fariborz expressed gratitude for the successful procedure, attributing it to the combined efforts of the medical and surgical teams. He further commented, “We are very thankful that the patient responded well to the surgery and has fully recovered.”

Dr Mariam Al Raeesi, CEO