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Nephroureterectomy, also known as ureteronephrectomy, is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of your kidney, renal pelvis (the center part of the kidney which collects urine), ureter (a long tube that drains urine from the kidney into the bladder), and the bladder cuff (a small piece of tissue where the ureter connects to the bladder). It is most often performed to treat a special type of cancer or tumor affecting the upper urinary tract, known as urothelial cancer or transitional cell carcinoma (TCC).
Kidneys are complex organs, the most important part of the urinary tract system. These bean-shaped organs are present on either side of the spine, filter waste and excess fluids, produce urine and regulate blood pressure within your body. Any abnormality or pathology can impose its function, causing permanent damage.
Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is an advanced, minimally invasive (involves small incisions with minimal bleeding and trauma) technique that uses a special scope known as a "Laparoscope." It is a flexible fiber-optic instrument with a light source and a tiny camera at the tip. When inserted into the abdominal cavity, it captures interior images and projects them on a large screen that guides the surgeon in carrying out the procedure.
Urothelial cancer begins in the urothelial cells that line the renal pelvis, bladder, ureters, and urethra (a tube through which the urine flows out of the body). Almost 90% of bladder cancers are urothelial cancers which present with the following symptoms:
If left untreated, urothelial cancer can impair normal renal (kidney) function and permanently damage your kidney. Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is a standard surgical procedure recommended to remove the tumor cells, thereby restoring normal kidney function. It is most often the preferred choice of surgical procedure for aggressive TCC.
Other general indications of laparoscopic nephroureterectomy:
It is important you identify the early signs of TCC (weight loss, bloody urine, burning sensation while urinating) and consult a urologist (a doctor who specializes in the diseases of the urinary tract).
On the day of the surgery, the nurse will check your vitals (blood pressure, pulse, heart rate, urine output), and you will be asked to sign a consent form (to allow the surgeon to perform the procedure on you).
Once the surgery is complete, you will be shifted to a recovery room or PACU (post-anesthesia care unit) to monitor your vitals closely.
Recovery at Home
Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is a safe and effective procedure that facilitates the removal of renal cancer cells to improve renal function.
Benefits
Benefits of the laparoscopic method:
Risks
Laparoscopic nephroureterectomy is a popular alternative to an open nephroureterectomy; however, a few associated risks are listed below:
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