Nephrectomy Subcapsular

Subcapsular nephrectomy, also known as Fedorov subcapsular nephrectomy, is a surgical procedure used to remove part of the kidney. It gets its name due to the fact that the operation is performed under the kidney capsule, which is its outer shell.

This procedure is used in cases where it is necessary to remove a tumor or other pathological formation that is located inside the kidney, but not on its surface. It can also be used in cases where it is necessary to remove part of the kidney, but not all of it.

One of the main advantages of subcapsular nephrectomy is that this procedure preserves most of the healthy kidney tissue, which reduces the risk of complications and preserves its function. In addition, this method may be safer than other methods of kidney removal, such as total nephrectomy, which can lead to various complications, including loss of kidney function.

However, subcapsular nephrectomy also has its limitations. In some cases, if there is a tumor that is very close to the surface of the kidney, a complete nephrectomy may be required to remove the tumor. Also, as with any surgical procedure, there is a risk of complications, including bleeding, infection and damage to nearby organs.

Overall, subcapsular nephrectomy is an effective method for removing abnormal kidney lesions that can be safer and preserve more healthy kidney tissue. However, as with any other surgical procedure, the decision about which method of kidney removal to use should be made after a thorough examination and evaluation of all possible risks and benefits.

A nephrectomy is a surgical procedure in which a kidney is removed. It can be performed either open or laparoscopically. In this article we will look at subcapsular nephrectomy, which is one of the types of laparoscopic nephrectomy.

Subcapsular nephrectomy (N. subcapsularis) is an operation in which the kidney is removed through a small incision in the skin of the abdomen, without opening the kidney capsule. This reduces the risk of complications and speeds up the rehabilitation process after surgery.

The procedure is performed using a laparoscope - a special instrument that allows you to see internal organs on a monitor screen. The laparoscope is inserted through a small incision in the abdomen, and then instruments and other necessary materials are passed through it.

After inserting the laparoscope, the surgeon makes a small incision in the kidney capsule and removes it through this incision. He then removes any remaining kidney tissue and checks for any remaining blood or other tissue.

The operation lasts about an hour and does not require long recovery after it. Patients can return to normal life within a few days after surgery.