During laparoscopic nephroureterectomy, a kidney and
ureter are removed. This procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method
that utilizes a laparoscope (a small video camera) and small instruments
inserted through small incisions.
Also
Known As:
·
Kidney and
ureter removal
·
Laparoscopic
kidney and ureter removal
·
Laparoscopic
surgery
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Nephroureterectomy
Conditions
Treated with Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy:
Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy may be performed in
cases of kidney cancer or kidney tumor.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
laparoscopic nephroureterectomy. An open nephroureterectomy is a surgical
alternative.
Anesthesia
with Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy:
Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is performed under
general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely
unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy:
Possible risks following laparoscopic
nephroureterectomy include infection, bleeding, an incisional hernia, injury to
other organs and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is good.
Recovery
from Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy:
Total recovery from laparoscopic nephroureterectomy takes two to three
weeks.
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