• In addition, it allows us to perform such a surgery much more quickly and with much more accuracy than a laparoscopic procedure, which means there is a reduced chance of complications. (netcare.co.za)
  • In contrast, open surgery involves a larger incision, while laparoscopic surgery uses long instruments inserted through small incisions but lacks the robotic assistance. (asterhospitals.in)
  • All of these procedures can be performed with laparoscopic (telescopic) kidney surgery through small "button-hole" incisions. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • With advancements in medical technology, Z Urology offers minimally invasive surgical procedures, such as laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries. (zurology.com)
  • To explore the feasibility of single-position laparoscopic radical nephrectomy (LRN) and tumor thrombectomy for left renal cell carcinoma with high-risk Mayo 0 and 1 tumor thrombus (TT). (biomedcentral.com)
  • In recent years, robot-assisted/laparoscopic surgery has become the first choice for the treatment of kidney cancer with venous TT for minimal invasion. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The aim of the study was to explore the feasibility of single position transperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephrectomy (LRN) and high-risk Mayo 0 and 1 tumor thrombectomy and the surgical techniques were described in detail. (biomedcentral.com)
  • On the same day and at the same hospital, urologist Dr Johan Venter whose consulting rooms are at Netcare Pretoria East Hospital, performed a total nephrectomy, the complete removal of a diseased kidney, on another patient, 53-year-old Kevin Murphy. (netcare.co.za)
  • By removing only the tumor or the affected portion of the kidney while sparing the healthy tissue, this procedure minimizes the risk of chronic kidney disease or the need for dialysis that can result from total nephrectomy (complete kidney removal). (asterhospitals.in)
  • For kidney cancers in the lining of the urinary transport system (renal pelvis, ureter), a ureteroscope is used to inspect the lining of the kidneys and ureters and to perform a biopsy of any tumors. (nwurology.com)
  • Q: Why is a biopsy of a kidney tumor seldom indicated prior to surgery? (scottdmillermd.com)
  • A needle biopsy of a kidney mass is often unreliable for ruling out cancer. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • He has a particular interest in cancer imaging, MRI-Ultrasound fusion targeted prostate biopsy, prostate cancer focal therapy, and robotic surgery for prostate and kidney cancer. (stanford.edu)
  • The kidney biopsy confirmed clear renal cell carcinoma with poorly differentiated and accompanied by necrosis. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The pathology from kidney biopsy demonstrated clear renal cell carcinoma and the patient received 2 cycles of axitinib for neoadjuvant treatment. (biomedcentral.com)
  • During a robotic partial nephrectomy, the surgeon makes small incisions in the patient's abdomen to insert robotic arms and a camera. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Small incisions are made to insert the robotic instruments and a camera, allowing the surgeon to operate with enhanced precision and dexterity. (asterhospitals.in)
  • These procedures often result in smaller incisions, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery times compared to traditional open surgeries. (zurology.com)
  • Radical prostatectomy, which involves removing the entire prostate gland, the seminal vesicles and often the surrounding lymph nodes, is no longer the only surgical option. (nwurology.com)
  • Most kidney cancers can be cured by removing the entire kidney ( radical nephrectomy ) or part of the kidney ( partial nephrectomy ). (scottdmillermd.com)
  • The mostly performed pelvic procedure was radical prostatectomy (22) followed by annexectomy (9). (bvsalud.org)
  • Studies have shown that radical nephrectomy and inferior vena cava TT removal for patients with locally advanced renal cancer can effectively improve the prognosis, and the 5-year tumor-specific survival rate is 40-65% [ 2 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • IRE uses HVEPs to cause cell death by inducing membrane disruption, and it is primarily used as a radical ablative therapy in the treatment of soft-tissue tumors in the liver, kidney, prostate, and pancreas. (rsna.org)
  • Schedules for imaging, examination and testing are established so that patients with cancers growing more quickly or causing symptoms can be treated effectively without losing the opportunity to cure. (nwurology.com)
  • One of the 10 most common cancers, kidney cancer affects more men than women. (nwurology.com)
  • Kidney cancers are often detected when the patient undergoes an imaging study (CT scan, MRI, etc.) for symptoms unrelated to kidney disease. (nwurology.com)
  • Imaging studies are the main way of diagnosing kidney cancers. (nwurology.com)
  • Although some kidney tumors may be discovered to be benign after removal or other aggressive therapy, the alternative of not treating a malignant tumor is unacceptable. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Conclusion: We described our step-by-step technique for RA, which can be safely performed even in case of high challenging settings as malignant tumors, pheochromocytoma, and large masses. (bvsalud.org)
  • In adults, the most common type of kidney cancer is renal cell carcinoma, which begins in the solid portion of the kidneys. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • All patients with left renal cell carcinoma and venous TT (high-risk Mayo grade 0 and 1) who were performed single-position LRN and tumor thrombectomy were involved. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Small tumors: Robotic partial nephrectomy is especially suitable for patients with smaller kidney tumors (typically less than 4 centimeters) that are localized to a specific area of the kidney. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Patients typically leave the hospital after the procedure or the next day. (nwurology.com)
  • Removal of the entire kidney may not be appropriate for patients with one kidney, poor kidney function, or other diseases that might affect kidney function in the future (such as diabetes or high blood pressure). (scottdmillermd.com)
  • These patients may be better served with removal of part of the kidney ( partial nephrectomy ) or destruction of the actual lesion ( cryoablation of renal mass ). (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Some elderly patients with small tumors do not require any treatment other than careful observation. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Geoffrey Sonn, MD is a board certified urologist who specializes in treating patients with prostate and kidney cancer. (stanford.edu)
  • INBRIEF: Stem Cells Seen Repairing Heart Attack Damage Over Time/Additional Blood Data May Improve Pediatric Leukemia Predictions/Pediatric Patients with Rare Tumor May benefit from Heated Chemotherapy/New Findings Refute Link Between UVA, Melanoma. (mdanderson.org)
  • Just like elsewhere in the world, robotic-assisted surgery is rapidly becoming the gold standard in the surgical treatment of localised prostate cancer here in South Africa," he says. (netcare.co.za)
  • The urologists who have been trained in the da Vinci system have fully embraced this technology and they have already started applying the robotic-assisted technology in kidney and bladder surgery. (netcare.co.za)
  • In November 2015 29-year-old Chantelle Gouws became the first person in South Africa to undergo a partial nephrectomy, an organ-preserving excision of a cancerous tumour from a kidney, with the aid of robotic-assisted surgery. (netcare.co.za)
  • In addition, 64-year-old Jacob Venter underwent successful robotic-assisted surgery to remove his bladder, prostate gland, and pelvic lymph nodes at the hospital late in October 2015, the second such surgery to be undertaken in South Africa to treat cancer by means of the technology. (netcare.co.za)
  • Robotic partial nephrectomy has several advantages compared to traditional open surgery. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Surgery is generally the primary treatment for kidney cancer. (nwurology.com)
  • Q: Are treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy options for treating my kidney cancer instead of surgery? (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Objective: In the last years, robotic surgery was introduced in several different settings with good perioperative results. (bvsalud.org)
  • Urinary tract ultrasound, enhanced MRI, MRA, chest CT and bone scan were performed before surgery to determine the location, size and metastasis of the tumor. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Chordoma can often be treated effectively with surgery if it is caught early. (blkmaxhospital.com)
  • Benign Tumors That Cause Big Problems:Fortunately, parathyroid tumors can be removed with minimally invasive surgery. (mdanderson.org)
  • Commenting on the procedure Dr Naidoo, who practises at Netcare Blaauwberg Hospital, said: "The patient was diagnosed with pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction, which is an abnormality that causes an obstruction of the flow of urine from the renal pelvis. (netcare.co.za)
  • With the obstruction cleared and the kidney successfully drained and decompressed, the patient recovered so well that she was discharged from hospital just two days after the operation. (netcare.co.za)
  • The procedure was performed by urologist, Dr Marius Conradie, at Netcare Waterfall City Hospital. (netcare.co.za)
  • The advent of laparoscopy and robot-assisted laparoscopy offers a minimally invasive procedure that allows more precise treatment while significantly reducing pain, shortening the hospital stay, and minimizing complications. (nwurology.com)
  • This review summarizes the use of high-voltage electrical pulses (HVEPs) in clinical oncology to treat solid tumors with irreversible electroporation (IRE) and electrochemotherapy (ECT). (rsna.org)
  • PYLARIFY® is an advanced diagnostic imaging agent used with PET/CT scans to find tumors in the prostate, lymph nodes, bones, and other organs, typically better than other types of imaging scans. (centralmourology.com)
  • Robotic technology offers enhanced visualization and precise movements, allowing surgeons to navigate and remove tumors in complex anatomical locations more effectively. (asterhospitals.in)
  • The enhanced vision and dexterity of the robotic instruments enable our surgeons to effectively remove the prostate while sparing the surrounding nerves and minimizing blood loss. (nwurology.com)
  • Robotic partial nephrectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed using robotic technology to remove a part of the kidney, while preserving the healthy kidney tissue. (asterhospitals.in)
  • The surgeon carefully removes the tumor or affected portion of the kidney while preserving as much healthy kidney tissue as possible. (asterhospitals.in)
  • The precise movements of the robotic arms allow for greater precision in removing the tumor and minimizing damage to the surrounding healthy tissue. (asterhospitals.in)
  • It allows the surgeon to remove the tumor while preserving as much healthy kidney tissue as possible. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Robotic partial nephrectomy allows for the removal of the tumor while leaving behind enough healthy kidney tissue to maintain adequate renal function. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Removing the tumor while preserving the remaining healthy kidney tissue can help maintain optimal kidney function. (asterhospitals.in)
  • It is a surgical procedure where a person's diseased or damaged cornea is replaced by a corneal tissue that is donated. (avocure.com)
  • Unlike alternative ablative therapies, electroporation does not affect the structural integrity of surrounding tissue, thereby enabling tumors in the vicinity of vital structures to be treated. (rsna.org)
  • The procedure is typically performed to remove a localized tumor or to treat conditions such as kidney cancer. (asterhospitals.in)
  • Radiation and chemotherapy are typically ineffective in the treatment of most types of kidney cancer. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • CT scan, MRI, ultrasonography, angiography and a renal scan may be performed to determine the presence of a kidney tumor. (nwurology.com)
  • The two most common ways that these tumors are discovered are by coincidental finding on CT scan and by presence of blood in the urine. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • If a kidney tumor appears suspicious on CT scan, the diagnosis of cancer is highly likely. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Usually a CT scan of the abdomen and a kidney function blood test are the only tests needed to make a decision. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Median tumor size at computed tomography scan was 6.0 (IQR: 3.5-8.0) cm. (bvsalud.org)
  • The kidneys are bean-shaped organs, each about the size of your fist, located behind the abdomen (one on each side of the spine). (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Kidney cancer cells may also spread (metastasize) outside your kidneys to nearby organs as well as to more distant sites in the body. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • The standardization of perioperative protocol should be encouraged to maximize the outcomes of this complex surgical procedure. (bvsalud.org)
  • How is Robotic Partial Nephrectomy different from conventional treatment options? (asterhospitals.in)
  • Even when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body, removing the primary tumor in the kidney provides information that guides subsequent treatment protocols. (nwurology.com)
  • It is feasible to control left renal vein and partial inferior vena cava through descending colon mesentery in a single position during LRN and tumor thrombectomy for the treatment of high-risk Mayo grade 0 and 1 TT. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Irreversible electroporation is a predominantly nonthermal and adjacent structure-sparring ablation method that has been proven safe and efficient in the treatment of tumors in the liver, pancreas, and prostate. (rsna.org)
  • These symptoms are not specific to kidney cancer and require evaluation by a physician. (nwurology.com)
  • Case 1 imaging examination revealed a left kidney tumor with venous TT (Mayo stage 1) and multiple lung metastases. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The imaging examination of case 3 showed left kidney tumor with retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy, left renal vein TT (Mayo grade 0) and multiple lung metastases. (biomedcentral.com)
  • This is particularly important forpatients with smaller tumors or those who have only one functional kidney. (asterhospitals.in)
  • To effectively fight bladder cancer, early detection is paramount. (zurology.com)
  • Invasion of the venous system is one of the clinical features of locally advanced kidney cancer. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Therefore, it is essential to detect and treat the disease effectively before it spreads outside of the kidney. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • In order to simplify the procedure, we explored the trans-mesocolon approach to fully dissect the left renal vein to the inferior vena cava in single position to treat high-risk Mayo 0-grade and grade 1 TT. (biomedcentral.com)
  • It's used to treat sagging or loose skin that creates a fold and disturb natural contour of the eye, remove fatty deposits that make ones eye puffy, remove bags below the eye, correct drooping lower lid and remove fine wrinkles and excess skins in lower lids. (avocure.com)
  • The most significant risk factors for having disease outside of the kidney are tumor size and grade. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Forty-two of them involved pelvic procedures. (bvsalud.org)
  • In two cases, a pelvic prolapse was repaired concomitant with other gynecological procedures. (bvsalud.org)
  • The introduction of the da Vinci robotic programme at Netcare hospitals in late 2014 has been an outstanding success, and the urologists who have been trained on the state-of-the-art system are using it to assist in an increasing variety of groundbreaking surgeries. (netcare.co.za)
  • Gouws was also the first woman in South Africa to undergo a procedure using the da Vinci robotic surgical system. (netcare.co.za)
  • The robotic system provides a three-dimensional, high-definition view of the surgical site, allowing the surgeon to see fine details more clearly. (asterhospitals.in)
  • INTRODUCTION: Versius CMR is a novel robotic system characterized by an open surgical console and independent bedside units. (bvsalud.org)
  • The system has potentials of flexibility and versatility, and has been used in urological, gynecological, and general surgical procedure. (bvsalud.org)
  • Chordomas are rare tumors that develop from the notochord, a structure in the embryo that gives rise to the spine. (blkmaxhospital.com)
  • Dr Naidoo adds that robotic technology, which was initially conceived to remotely operate on astronauts in space, is exceptionally versatile. (netcare.co.za)
  • If kidney cancer is detected and treated at an early stage, the chances for a full recovery are good. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • A small amount of disease outside of the kidney, whether close or distant, can be difficult to detect by any type of x-ray test. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • Complex kidney tumors: In some cases, the tumor may be in a challenging or hard-to-reach area of the kidney. (asterhospitals.in)
  • In some cases, Dr. Scott Miller may order additional tests to evaluate the extent of the tumor. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • This improved visualization can be beneficial for identifying and sparing critical structures, such as blood vessels and collecting systems, while removing the tumor. (asterhospitals.in)
  • As a tumor grows, it may cause blood in the urine, persistent back pain, or unintentional weight loss. (scottdmillermd.com)
  • If it is a high-risk Mayo grade 0 TT or even grade 1 TT, traditionally two steps were utilized including management of the inferior vena cava and removement of the TT, and then nephrectomy after changing the surgical position. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The imaging examinations of case 2 showed a left kidney tumor with venous TT (Mayo grade 1), accompanied by left adrenal gland metastasis. (biomedcentral.com)