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 ...

This was an observational, descriptive, retrospective, single-center study of cases of nephrectomies for non-functional ...

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 ...

A new study provides insights into the true risks of all types of nephrectomy, or surgical removal of the kidney. By analyzing data on 21,380 nephrectomies performed throughout the United Kingdom, ...

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 ...