Question 1

is nephrectomy a very common procedure?

Accepted Answer

Nephrectomy: It is done quiet often by urologists.  They have many ways of doing it, including robotically, traditionally with an incision and even laprascopically (small incisions using a scope and other tools).

Question 2

is it possible to have a partial nephrectomy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depending on the size and location of the kidney mass, a partial removal of the kidney cancer is a very good option to help preserve the remaining good kidney tissue. This has in fact become the mainstay of treatment for many tumors and the long-term data shows good cancer control with partial removal versus removing the entire kidney, which was the traditional type of surgery in the past.

Question 3

what does it mean tohave an open radical nephrectomy?

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Nephrectomy : " open" means a procedure performed through a relative large incision. Radical means they will remove not only the target organ ie kidney but also some surrounding tissue such as the fatty tissue surrounding the kidney along w lymph nodes. Radical surgery is recommended when there is a cancer concern.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: nephrectomy?

Accepted Answer

Removal of kidney: Surgical removal of kidney for any number of causes.

Question 5

what are some complications to look out for after a laparo radical nephrectomy? risk factors?

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Lap nephrectomy: Contrary to popular belief, laparoscopic organ removal has about the same complication risk as open surgery.  Internal bleeding, infection, pneumonia, blood clots and incisional hernias can occur in both surgeries.  Most young/healthy patients do well after either surgical approach.

Question 6

anesthesia options during a partial or full nephrectomy?

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You'll have : General anesthesia. These are typically done laparoscopically, but if it will be open, you might also ask for an epidural for post op pain relief.

Question 7

what is the cost of radical/partial nephrectomy surgery ?

Accepted Answer

Alot: Minimum $15-20k. Look into a patient assistance fund at your hospital.

Question 8

is it possible for me to still have a partial nephrectomy if i have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Cold and surgery: Not a good mix, you should be in your best health to have any kind of surgery.

Question 9

urine has become slightly cola colored 6 years after nephrectomy. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

DARK urine=blood: Cola colored urine is a sign of blood. This certainly needs to be checked out soon. Be prepared to give a 'clean catch urine' in the doctors office for analysis. You may need a cat (ct) scan for further evaluation of your urinary tract as well as follow up with your urologist.

Question 10

if one has a pretty bad cold and has a nephrectomy coming up in a week, is it wise to go or no?

Accepted Answer

May or may not: It all depends on the course in the next few days. If no prompt improvement, would reschedule surgery. It would be wise in order to decrease chances of complications and improve the pace of recovery. Let your surgeon know if not better soon.

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