Retroperitoneoscopic Simple Nephrectomy Treatment in Turkey
About Retroperitoneoscopic Simple Nephrectomy
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: Performed through small incisions, leading to less tissue trauma.Reduced Pain & Scarring: Results in significantly less post-operative pain and minimal visible scarring compared to open surgery.Shorter Hospital Stay: Patients typically go home in 1-2 days, facilitating a quicker return to their home environment.listrongFaster Recovery:/strong Enables a quicker return to normal daily activities and work./lilistrongLower Risk of Complications:/strong Associated with reduced risks of infection, bleeding, and hernia formation./lilistrongPrecise Visualization:/strong The laparoscope provides magnified, high-definition views of the surgical area for enhanced accuracy./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Non-functioning or end-stage kidney due to long-standing obstruction or chronic infection.
- Symptomatic benign conditions like chronic pyelonephritis or xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis.
- Severe, uncontrollable hypertension (high blood pressure) caused by a diseased kidney (renovascular hypertension).
- Irreparable traumatic injury to the kidney.
- Persistent, severe pain originating from a chronically diseased kidney.
- Selected cases of renal atrophy or multicystic dysplastic kidney.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests, imaging (CT scan or ultrasound), and cardiac clearance if needed.
- Discuss all current medications with your doctor; you may need to stop blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) several days before surgery.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours prior to the procedure as instructed by the surgical team.
- Arrange for assistance at home for the first few days after discharge from the hospital.
- Stop smoking and avoid alcohol to promote better healing and reduce surgical risks.
- Inform the surgeon of any allergies, especially to anesthesia, antibiotics, or contrast dye.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding (hemorrhage) during or after the procedure, potentially requiring a blood transfusion.
- Infection at the incision sites or within the abdominal cavity.
- Injury to surrounding organs, such as the bowel, spleen, liver, pancreas, or major blood vessels.
- Conversion to an open surgical procedure if complications arise during laparoscopy.
- Formation of a hernia at one of the port sites.
- Post-operative ileus (temporary paralysis of the intestines).
- Persistent pain or numbness in the surgical area.
- Rare complications related to general anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically 1-2 days for monitoring pain, fluid intake, and initial mobility.
- Manage pain with prescribed medications and use an incentive spirometer to maintain lung health.
- Gradually increase walking and light activity; avoid heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kgs) and strenuous exercise for 4-6 weeks.
- Keep the incision sites clean and dry; watch for signs of infection like redness, swelling, or discharge.
- Maintain a balanced diet and drink plenty of fluids to support healing and remaining kidney function.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your urologist to monitor recovery and kidney health.
- Most patients can return to non-strenuous work within 2-3 weeks, depending on the nature of their job.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy. MediFyr helps you compare urologists 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 retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Retroperitoneoscopic Simple Nephrectomy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Sai Bhatia, a 58-year-old software engineer...
Sai Bhatia, a 58-year-old software engineer and father of two, had been managing hypertension for years. Over the past 18 months, he experienced persistent, dull pain in his left flank and recurrent urinary tract infections. Imaging revealed his left kidney was severely atrophic and non-functional, likely due to a long-standing, untreated blockage from a kidney stone in his youth. His urologist, Dr. Kapoor, explained that the diseased kidney was not only a source of pain and infection but was also contributing to his difficult-to-control blood pressure. A retroperitoneoscopic simple nephrectomy was recommended to remove the kidney. Sai was terrified of surgery but trusted his doctor. The minimally invasive procedure went smoothly. Post-surgery, he managed pain with medication and was walking the same day. Within six weeks, he was back to his daily routine. His flank pain vanished, his blood pressure became easier to manage, and the infections stopped. Emotionally, he moved from fear and frustration about his declining health to immense relief and optimism, feeling he had regained control over his life.
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