Laparoscopic removal of a kidney tumor

A loyalty program is available for surgical interventions in the hospital, which makes treatment even more affordable.

Laparoscopy - this is the gold standard for surgical treatment of benign and malignant kidney tumors. It allows you to remove the tumor through several punctures with a diameter of about 1 cm. The operation is performed using high-precision equipment: a laparoscope equipped with a miniature video camera, the image from which is transmitted to a monitor with multiple magnification, and trocars, special surgical instruments. They allow the surgeon to perform all manipulations with maximum precision.

The advantages of laparoscopic removal of kidney tumors are:

• minimally invasive;

• low blood loss;

• low risk of complications;

• formation of cosmetic scars;

• rapid recovery;

• discharge from the hospital in 1-3 days.

At «Oxford Medical» laparoscopic removal of tumors is performed by oncological surgeons and urological surgeons with over 20 years of practical experience. They have undergone specialized training and internship in laparoscopy and have already performed hundreds of successful operations. The high professionalism of the surgeons, combined with new expert-class equipment, is the key to providing quality medical care to every patient, even in the most difficult cases.

Renal tumors are treated only surgically. Experts recommend that kidney tumors be operated on as early as possible, since in more than 90% of cases they are malignant.

Most surgeons prefer laparoscopy. It is less traumatic than open surgery and allows to reduce the risk of complications and facilitate the rehabilitation period.

The type of laparoscopic surgery depends on the location and size of the tumor.

Indications for laparoscopic removal of a kidney tumor are:

• stage 1 kidney cancer;

• benign tumor up to 4 cm in diameter.

In such cases, surgeons perform a resection, i.e. remove the tumor and affected parenchymal tissues, preserving the organ.

Larger tumors, as well as stage 2 and higher cancers are indications for laparoscopic nephrectomy - removal of the kidney.

Before the operation, the patient is carefully examined to determine which technique will be optimal. Oxford Medical has installed the latest computerized tomography scanners that allow diagnosing tumors as small as 1 mm and determining their location with such precision.

Before the operation, the patient undergoes a comprehensive examination. It may include ultrasound and computed tomography of the kidneys, biopsy with subsequent histological analysis of the biopsy, blood tests for tumor markers and other examinations as indicated. Immediately before the operation, an electrocardiogram (ECG) and a preoperative package of blood and urine tests are performed.

Eight hours before the operation, you should refrain from eating and 2-4 hours from drinking.

More precise recommendations for preparing the patient are given by the surgeon, taking into account his individual characteristics.

Surgeons of «Oxford Medical» work according to the Fast Track Surgery accelerated training and rehabilitation protocol, which allows you to reduce dietary restrictions before and after surgery, as well as to ease your well-being during the recovery period.

Laparoscopic surgery is more gentle than open surgery. It does not require long incisions. All manipulations are performed through 3-4 punctures with a diameter of about 1 cm. Through one puncture, carbon dioxide is injected into the abdominal cavity, which provides lifting of the wall and formation of the operating field. After that, a laparoscope equipped with a video camera and surgical instruments are inserted.

The image from the laparoscope is transmitted to the monitor screen with multiple magnification. It provides surgeons with high-quality visualization, allowing them to perform the necessary manipulations with maximum accuracy.

In the case of resection, the surgeon removes the tumor and adjacent tissues, after which internal sutures are applied. In some cases, nearby lymph nodes are also removed.

If the size of the malignant kidney tumor does not allow for resection, a radical nephrectomy is performed – the entire kidney is removed.

At the end of the operation, the surgeon removes all instruments, evacuates carbon dioxide from the abdominal cavity, and places cosmetic stitches on the puncture sites.

The operation is performed under general anesthesia. It can take from 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on the complexity.

After the operation, the patient remains in the intensive care unit, where vital signs are monitored using special equipment. If they are normal, he is transferred to a regular hospital ward in a few hours.

«Oxford Medical» has the most comfortable single and double wards. They are equipped with everything necessary for convenience and successful postoperative recovery.

On the day of the operation, the patient is recommended to adhere to bed rest and not eat anything. Restrictions are lifted only after the surgeon's examination.

The duration of hospitalization depends on the complexity of the operation and the patient's well-being. On average, it is from 1 to 3 days.

Laparoscopic surgeries are accompanied by a significantly lower risk of complications than classic open access ones. This is due to the absence of long incisions, which reduces blood loss and the risk of infection. Also, the use of high-precision equipment and video control with multiple magnification of the image allow surgeons to perform all manipulations with maximum accuracy.

The use of the Fast Track Surgery protocol also helps to reduce the risk of postoperative complications, which, in particular, involves complete pumping out of carbon dioxide from the abdominal cavity and local anesthesia at the puncture sites.

In addition, to reduce risks, patients undergo a comprehensive examination before surgery. It allows to exclude contraindications, in particular, to general anesthesia.

In case of emergency situations that cannot be excluded in surgery even with the most careful preparation, the hospital is equipped with intensive care wards. They are equipped with the latest equipment that allows to support all vital functions of the body.

At «Oxford Medical» kidney tumor removal is performed in a modern high-tech hospital with two surgical blocks. They are equipped with new equipment that allows you to perform laparoscopic operations of any complexity.

The clinic's surgeons have over 20 years of experience and in recent years alone have performed dozens of successful operations to remove kidney tumors. Many of them are rightfully considered the best in Kyiv.

The cost of laparoscopic kidney tumor removal may vary depending on the complexity of the operation. You can find out the prices here. A surgeon can advise you more precisely on the specifics of treatment and its cost.

Make an appointment with a doctor at the department of oncourology «Oxford Medical Kyiv» at a time convenient for you.