Radical Nephrectomy in Karnataka
Surgical removal of the entire kidney — performed laparoscopically or open — for renal cell carcinoma or other kidney tumors. May include removal of surrounding…
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Why Radical Nephrectomy Is Needed
Primarily performed to treat renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer), especially larger or centrally located tumors where partial kidney removal isn't feasible. It may also be considered for certain non-cancerous conditions like a severely damaged, non-functioning kidney or extensive kidney infections that don't respond to other treatments.