Laparoscopic Nephrectomy Surgery
An successful way to extract a diseased or cancerous kidney is laparoscopic nephrectomy. Laparosopic nephrectomy is a minimally invasive procedure, so it can mean considerably less post-operative discomfort relative to traditional open surgery, shorter hospital stay, quicker return to work and everyday activities, a more desirable cosmetic result and results similar to those of open surgery.
Advantages of Laparoscopic Nephrectomy
- Avoidance of potential bowel complications after surgery
- Reduced hospital stay (one day in younger, healthy patients) and faster healing
- Less postoperative pain and less need for pain medication
- Quicker return to normal activity and work
- Smaller incisions and less scarring

