Small nodules of the medial branch of the adrenal gland may cause hypertension if they secrete too much aldosterone.
The adrenal gland is an endocrine organ that can secrete hormones such as cortisol or aldosterone. If the adrenal nodule secretes too much aldosterone, the patient develops sodium retention and blood volume expansion, which in turn inhibits the renin-angiotensin system, and symptoms such as hypertension, hypokalemia, and myalgias may occur.
Most small adrenal nodules do not affect life. If they continue to enlarge, laparoscopic surgical resection, etc. may be considered to avoid impact on adrenal function.
Patients with small nodules in the medial branch of the adrenal gland should go to the hospital in time and receive standardized treatment under the guidance of professional physicians.