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Nephrectomy: indications and complications in 347 patients
The Journal of Urology
|December 1, 1977
Summary
This study reviewed 347 nephrectomies over 12 years. While renal tumors were the most common indication, the overall mortality rate was low (1.4%), especially without malignancy.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Nephrectomy, the surgical removal of a kidney, is performed for various renal conditions.
- Improved non-ablative treatments for renal diseases may influence nephrectomy indications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the indications, complications, and mortality rates associated with nephrectomy.
- To analyze outcomes in a large cohort of patients undergoing nephrectomy.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 347 nephrectomy cases over a 12-year period.
- Analysis of patient records to identify indications, complications, and mortality.
Main Results:
- Renal tumors were the most frequent indication for nephrectomy.
- The overall mortality rate was 1.4%.
- Mortality was nearly zero in cases without malignancy.
Conclusions:
- Nephrectomy remains a significant procedure, with renal tumors as a primary indication.
- The procedure has a low mortality rate, particularly when malignancy is absent.