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MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery, MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Muthurathinam is a Laparoscopic Surgeon,Urologist and Andrologist in Ambattur, Chennai and has an experience of 16 years in these fields. Dr. Muthurathin…
MBBS, MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery, MS - General Surgery
Urology
Dr. Vaddi Surya Prakash is a Senior Consultant Urologist, Andrologist and Transplant Surgeon in the Department of Urology at Yashoda Hospitals Somajiguda. He…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Palash Mallick is a General Surgeon practicing in Kolkata. He practices in Pristyn Care Clinic in Salt Lake City, Kolkata. He completed his MBBS from Cal…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Thoracic Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Sanjay B S is a General Surgeon in Cunningham Road, Bangalore and has an experience of 28 years in this field. Dr. Sanjay B S practices at Fortis Hospita…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Nephrology
Nephrology
Dr. Sundar Sankaran has experience of over 2500 Kidney Transplants over 3 decades
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
"Dr. Ashiq Ahmed is a General Surgeon, Proctologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon, Vascular Surgeon and Laser Specialist in Velachery, Chennai. He currently practice…
MBBS, MRCP (UK)
Nephrology
Dr. Girish N. S. is passionate about providing quality treatment to the patients and touching as many lives as possible.
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology
Urology
Dr. Siddharth Singh has completed his M.B.B.S. from KGMC Lucknow, MS General surgery form MLNMC, Allahabad & MCh Urology from KGMC Lucknow. He presented and…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Lokendra Kumar is a General Surgeon,Laparoscopic Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist and has an experience of 12 years in these fields. He completed MBBS fro…
MCh - Urology, MBBS
Urology
Dr. Neeraj Agrawal is a Urologist,Urological Surgeon and Andrologist in Govindpuri, Gwalior and has an experience of 16 years in these fields. Dr. Neeraj Agr…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Chethan J V is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 15 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Devaraj URS Medical College - Kolar in 2007 and…
MBBS, MCh - Urology
Urology
Dr. Kashinatham D is a Hyderabad-based Consultant Urologist, Andrologist and Transplant Surgeon. He currently practices at Yashoda Superspeciality Hospital,…
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Nephrectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove part or all of a kidney. Doctors usually recommend this surgery to treat kidney cancer, severe kidney damage, or other serious kidney diseases.
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located in the lower back area of the body. They filter waste and extra fluids from the blood and produce urine. When a kidney becomes severely damaged or affected by disease, it may need to be removed to protect the patient’s health.
In some cases, nephrectomy is also performed to remove a healthy kidney from a donor for transplantation into someone with kidney failure.
The procedure is performed by a urologic surgeon and is usually done under general anaesthesia in a hospital. Depending on the condition, the surgeon may remove the entire kidney or only the diseased portion.
Nephrectomy is performed to treat serious kidney conditions and improve overall health.
Benefits include:
● Removes kidney tumors or cancer
● Treats severely damaged or non-functioning kidneys
● Helps prevent the spread of kidney cancer
● Relieves pain and symptoms caused by kidney disease
● Treats recurrent kidney infections
● Allows kidney donation for transplant
● Imp roves quality of life in certain patients
This surgery can be life-saving, especially when used to treat kidney cancer or severe kidney disease.
Doctors may recommend nephrectomy for patients with certain kidney conditions.
You may need this procedure if you have:
● Kidney cancer or tumors
● Severe kidney damage or injury
● Chronic kidney infections
● Large kidney cysts or stones causing damage
● Polycystic kidney disease
● Non-functioning kidney causing symptoms
● Kidney trauma from accidents
● Donating a kidney for transplantation
The doctor will evaluate kidney function and imaging tests before recommending surgery.
Different types of nephrectomy procedures are used depending on the condition of the kidney.
1. Partial Nephrectomy
In this procedure, only the damaged or cancerous part of the kidney is removed while preserving the healthy portion. It is also known as kidney-sparing surgery.
2. Radical Nephrectomy
This surgery removes the entire kidney. In some cases, nearby tissues, lymph nodes, and the adrenal gland may also be removed if cancer has spread.
3. Bilateral Nephrectomy
This procedure involves removing both kidneys. It is less common and usually performed for severe kidney disease or before a kidney transplant.
These minimally invasive techniques use small incisions and special surgical instruments. They usually result in faster recovery and less pain compared to open surgery.
The nephrectomy procedure usually takes several hours and is performed in a hospital.
1. Doctors may perform blood tests, imaging scans, and kidney function tests before surgery.
2. The patient receives general anesthesia, which keeps them asleep and pain-free during the procedure.
3. The surgeon makes one large incision (open surgery) or several small incisions (laparoscopic surgery).
4. The surgeon carefully removes part or all of the kidney depending on the condition.
5. The incision is closed with stitches or surgical staples, and a catheter may be placed to drain urine temporarily.
The surgery may take 2 to 4 hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
Recovery after nephrectomy varies depending on the type of surgery and the patient’s health.
Patients may experience:
● Pain or soreness around the incision area
● Fatigue during the first few weeks
● Temporary swelling or bruising
Doctors usually recommend the following:
● Rest and gradual return to activities
● Avoid heavy lifting for about 4–6 weeks
● Keeping the surgical wound clean and dry
● Regular follow-up visits to monitor kidney function
Most patients stay in the hospital for 1 to 5 days after surgery and gradually return to normal activities within several weeks.
Although nephrectomy is generally safe, some risks may occur.
Possible complications include the following:
● Bleeding
● Infection
● Blood clots
● Reaction to anesthesia
● Injury to nearby organs
● Pneumonia after surgery
● Reduced kidney function
In rare cases, long-term complications such as high blood pressure or chronic kidney disease may occur if the remaining kidney becomes damaged.
Doctors carefully evaluate patients before surgery to minimize this risk.
Nephrectomy is only recommended when other treatments are not effective.
Nephrectomy
● Surgical removal of the kidney
● Used for severe disease or cancer
● Permanent treatment
Other Kidney Treatments
● Medication therapy
● Kidney stone removal procedures
● Kidney-sparing surgeries
● Dialysis for kidney failure
Doctors choose the best treatment based on the patient’s kidney function, disease severity, and overall health.
Nephrectomy is used to remove a kidney affected by cancer, severe infection, injury, or other serious diseases. It may also be performed to remove a healthy kidney from a donor for kidney transplantation.
Yes, nephrectomy is considered major surgery because it involves removing part or all of a kidney. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and requires hospital monitoring after surgery.
Nephrectomy usually takes 2 to 4 hours, depending on the type of surgery and the complexity of the condition being treated.
Yes, many people live normal and healthy lives with one kidney. The remaining kidney can perform the necessary functions of filtering waste and maintaining fluid balance.
Most patients recover within 4 to 6 weeks, although recovery may vary depending on the surgical method and the patient’s overall health.
Patients do not feel pain during surgery because anaesthesia is used. After surgery, some pain or discomfort may occur but is usually controlled with medications.
A healthy kidney may be removed from a donor during a kidney transplant. The donated kidney is transplanted into a patient with kidney failure.
You should consult a doctor if you experience persistent flank pain, blood in your urine, frequent kidney infections, swelling, or abnormal kidney test results. Early diagnosis helps prevent serious complications.