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What is a laparoscopic pyeloplasty?

A laparoscopic pyeloplasty is a minimally invasive surgery to correct an obstruction of ureteropelvic junction kidneys. Laparoscopic pyeloplasty is appropriate for patients with obstruction of the ureteropelvic junction in the kidney.

Who is an ideal candidate for laparoscopic pyeloplasty?

If a patient has an obstruction of the ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) that can be caused by congenital anomalies such as horseshoe kidney, fibrous scarring due to stone or the last operation, or if the patient has a blood vessel that can cause ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) to fold or if the patient has a stone which hit the top of the ureter, then the patient is a candidate for laparoscopic pyeloplasty.

What to expect before surgery laparoscopic pyeloplasty:

Once the surgery date is guaranteed, patients will receive a form with a letter of explanation to the patient's primary physician or a physician to have the following tests preoperatively before surgery.

Physical · Review

· ECG (electrocardiogram)

· CBC (complete blood count)

· Pt / PTT (blood coagulation profile)

° Complete Metabolic Panel (blood chemistry profile)

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Laparoscopic pyeloplasty surgery procedure:

Laparoscopic pyeloplasty is performed under general anesthesia. The typical length of operation is 3-4 hours. The surgery is performed by 3 small (1cm) incisions in the abdomen. A telescope and small instruments are inserted into the abdomen through these keyhole incisions, which allows the surgeon to repair the lock without having to place his hands into the abdomen.

A small plastic tube (called a ureteral stent) is left inside the ureter at the end of the procedure to repair the bridge and pyeloplasty help drain the kidney. The stent remains in place for four weeks and is usually removed in the doctor's office. A small drain will also let out the side of the patient to evacuate any fluid around the kidney and pyeloplasty repair.

What are the benefits of laparoscopic pyeloplasty surgery procedure?

aec Reduced hospital stay and quicker recovery

aec Less postoperative pain and less need for drugs against pain

aec faster return to normal activity and work
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