NIH MeSH · D000315Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment
Adrenalectomy
Also known asAdrenalectomies
Definition
Excision of one or both adrenal glands. (From Dorland, 28th ed)
MeSH classification
- E04.270.115
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What does Adrenalectomy mean in medicine?
Excision of one or both adrenal glands. (From Dorland, 28th ed) This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Adrenalectomy known by any other names?
Yes. Adrenalectomy is also referred to as Adrenalectomies in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Adrenalectomy sit in the medical classification?
Adrenalectomy falls under the broader medical category "Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: E04.270.115). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000315) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗