Nephrectomy Treatment in India
About Nephrectomy
Key Highlights
-
Definitive treatment for kidney cancer and other serious renal diseases.Can be performed using minimally invasive techniques for reduced scarring and faster recovery.Alleviates chronic pain, infection, or bleeding caused by a diseased kidney.Enables living-donor kidney transplantation, saving another person's life.Performed by a specialized surgical team, with a nephrologist managing overall kidney health.
Who is this surgery for?
- Renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer).
- Severe kidney damage from chronic infection (e.g., pyelonephritis) or obstruction.
- Traumatic injury to the kidney that cannot be repaired.
- Non-functioning kidney causing hypertension or pain.
- Polycystic kidney disease with massive enlargement, pain, or bleeding.
- Living kidney donation for transplantation.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation by the nephrologist and surgeon, including medical history and physical exam.
- Blood tests (creatinine, GFR) and imaging studies (CT scan, MRI, ultrasound) to assess kidney function and anatomy.
- Discontinuation of certain medications like blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin) as advised.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Pre-operative counseling to discuss the procedure, risks, and recovery expectations.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding (hemorrhage) during or after surgery.
- Infection at the incision site or within the abdomen.
- Injury to surrounding organs (intestines, spleen, liver, blood vessels).
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Hernia at the incision site.
- Reduced kidney function in the remaining kidney, requiring long-term monitoring by a nephrologist.
- Rare allergic reactions to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically required for monitoring pain, kidney function, and surgical site healing.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Gradual return to light activities; heavy lifting should be avoided for several weeks.
- Follow-up appointments with the surgeon and nephrologist to monitor healing and the function of the remaining kidney.
- Maintaining a healthy diet, staying hydrated, and controlling blood pressure are crucial for long-term kidney health.
-
Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
-
Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering nephrectomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for nephrectomy in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Cytecare Hospital, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform nephrectomy. MediFyr helps you compare nephrologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for nephrectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Nephrectomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated nephrology teams and experience managing patients undergoing nephrectomy.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Arjun Saxena, a 58-year-old accountant and...
Arjun Saxena, a 58-year-old accountant and father of two, had been managing his Type 2 diabetes and hypertension for over a decade. For the past two years, he'd been feeling increasingly fatigued and had dull, persistent pain in his left flank. A routine ultrasound revealed a complex 7cm mass on his left kidney. After a biopsy confirmed it was renal cell carcinoma, his nephrologist, Dr. Mehta, recommended a laparoscopic radical nephrectomy. Arjun was terrified of cancer and the surgery, fearing it would end his active life. The minimally invasive procedure went smoothly. After a three-day hospital stay, he managed pain with medication and was walking the next day. Pathology showed clear margins and no spread. Six months later, with his remaining kidney functioning well, Arjun is back to work and his evening walks, though he monitors his health vigilantly. The experience transformed his fear into a profound gratitude for his health and a commitment to cherish each day with his family.
Nephrologists for Nephrectomy
Explore experienced nephrologists who regularly perform nephrectomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 17 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 5 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 13 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 15 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 34 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
- 16 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 44 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 35 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 26 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 9 Years Experience
- Nephrologist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore