The National Institute for Clinical Excellence is examining laparoscopic transperitoneal simple nephrectomy and will publish guidance on its safety and efficacy to the NHS in England and Wales. The ...

1. Which doctor should I consult for undergoing nephrectomy? You should consult a surgeon such as an Urologist. 2. Why should I have a kidney removed? You might have your kidney removed if it is ...

A nephrectomy is the surgical removal of a kidney, the organ that filters waste from the blood and produces urine. An intravenous (IV) line is inserted into one of your veins to deliver fluids and ...

Laparoendoscopic single site (LESS) surgery is increasingly performed for a multitude of urologic procedures. There has been considerable debate regarding the benefit of LESS surgery. Laboratory ...

The 30-day mortality rate after neprhrectomy is only 0.5% on an average and differs with the type of nephrectomy. Nephrectomy, or surgical removal of the kidney involves many risks. A recent study ...