What Are the Causes of an Enlarged Adrenal Gland?
The adrenal glands, also known as the suprarenal glands, are small hormone-producing organs located on top of each kidney. The adrenal glands produce several hormones, including adrenalin, cortisol and aldosterone. Adrenal gland enlargement is most commonly detected with diagnostic imaging tests, such as a CT scan. Different types of noncancerous and cancerous tumors account for most cases of adrenal gland enlargement.
