Radical Nephrectomy

Surgical removal of the entire kidney — performed laparoscopically or open — for renal cell carcinoma or other kidney tumors. May include removal of surrounding fat, lymph nodes, and adrenal gland in advanced cases.

Radical Nephrectomy is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your Uro-Oncology specialist will evaluate your suitability.

Radical Nephrectomy is typically performed with General anesthesia. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

Radical Nephrectomy has a documented success rate of 88% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.