nefrektomie
Nefrektomi, also known as nephrectomy, is a surgical procedure to remove one kidney. It can involve removal of the entire kidney (radical nephrectomy) or only the diseased portion (partial nephrectomy, nephron-sparing surgery). The goal is to treat disease while preserving as much healthy renal tissue as possible when feasible.
Indications include treatment of localized renal cell carcinoma or other renal tumors, a nonfunctioning or severely
Surgical approaches have evolved from open procedures to minimally invasive techniques. Radical nephrectomy can be performed
Preoperative evaluation includes assessment of renal function, imaging studies to define anatomy and tumor characteristics, and
Risks include bleeding, infection, injury to surrounding structures, urine leakage, and temporary or permanent decline in