Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal)

Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal)

What is Nephrectomy?   Radical nephrectomy involves the complete removal of a kidney due to a tumor or a serious health problem that threatens kidney function or overall health. It is usually indicated in cases such as: Kidney tumors (renal cancer) Severe kidney...
Endoscopic Resection of Urinary Tract Tumors

Endoscopic Resection of Urinary Tract Tumors

  What Are Urinary Tract Tumors? Urinary tract tumors include tumors of the: Bladder Ureter Renal pelvis Urethra   These tumors may be benign or malignant and often present with symptoms such as: Blood in the urine Burning or difficulty during urination...
Robotic Ureter and Renal Pelvis Stricture Repair

Robotic Ureter and Renal Pelvis Stricture Repair

What is Ureter and Renal Pelvis Stricture? The ureter is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. A ureteral stricture or renal pelvis narrowing is a partial or complete blockage that causes urine to accumulate in the kidney. This can lead to:...