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Laparoscopic nephropexy

W A Hübner1, P Schramek, H Pflüger

  • 1Department of Urology, Krankenhaus Lainz, Vienna, Austria.

The Journal of Urology
|October 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Laparoscopic nephropexy effectively treats mobile kidneys by fixing them with a special net. This minimally invasive procedure improved kidney function and position in all patients, offering a viable treatment option.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Nephropexy is a surgical procedure to correct nephroptosis (mobile kidney).
  • Traditional open nephropexy can be invasive.
  • Laparoscopic techniques offer a less invasive alternative.