
Nephrology surgeries in India encompass a variety of procedures to address different kidney-related conditions. Here are some common nephrology surgeries available:
1. Kidney Transplant:
- Living Donor Transplant: Transplantation of a kidney from a living donor.
- Deceased Donor Transplant: Transplantation of a kidney from a deceased donor.
- Paired Kidney Exchange: Swapping kidneys between incompatible donor-recipient pairs to find compatible matches.
2. Nephrectomy:
- Partial Nephrectomy: Removal of a portion of the kidney, often for kidney cancer or localized tumors.
- Radical Nephrectomy: Complete removal of a kidney, typically due to cancer or severe damage.
- Laparoscopic Nephrectomy: Minimally invasive removal of the kidney using laparoscopic techniques.
3. Pyeloplasty:
- Open Pyeloplasty: Surgical reconstruction of the renal pelvis to alleviate obstruction, typically for ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction.
- Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty: Minimally invasive version of pyeloplasty.
4. Ureteral Surgery:
- Ureteral Reimplantation: Surgical repositioning of the ureters to correct reflux or obstruction.
- Ureteroscopy: Use of a scope to diagnose and treat problems in the ureters, such as stones or strictures.
- Ureterolithotomy: Removal of stones from the ureter.
5. Renal Biopsy:
- Percutaneous Renal Biopsy: Minimally invasive procedure to obtain kidney tissue for diagnostic purposes.
- Open Renal Biopsy: Surgical procedure to obtain kidney tissue, often used when a percutaneous biopsy is not feasible.
6. Dialysis Access Surgery:
- Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula: Creating a connection between an artery and a vein for hemodialysis access.
- AV Graft: Inserting a synthetic tube to connect an artery and a vein for hemodialysis access.
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement: Insertion of a catheter into the abdomen for peritoneal dialysis.
7. Treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD):
- Cyst Decortication: Surgical removal of cysts from the kidneys.
- Nephrectomy: Removal of severely affected kidneys in advanced PKD cases.
8. Renal Artery Stenosis Surgery:
- Renal Artery Bypass: Bypassing a blocked renal artery to restore blood flow.
- Angioplasty and Stenting: Inserting a balloon and stent to open up a narrowed renal artery.
9. Nephrostomy:
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy: Insertion of a catheter into the kidney to drain urine in cases of obstruction.
10. Pediatric Nephrology Surgeries:
- Pyeloplasty for UPJ Obstruction: Surgical reconstruction of the renal pelvis in children.
- Vesicoureteral Reflux Surgery: Correction of the backward flow of urine from the bladder into the kidneys.
These surgeries are performed by skilled nephrologists and urologists, supported by advanced medical technology, ensuring high-quality care for patients with kidney-related conditions.
