Newer Treatment Option for Kidney Stone Disease
Faster recovery, better results
Laparoscopic pyeloplasty is a type of Surgery that relieves a condition called ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction. This occurs when the UPJ becomes obstructed – usually due to inflammatory lesions at the level of the ureteropelvic junction, which prevents the proper collection and emptying of urine.
Symptoms
UPJ obstruction include
The conventional method of open pyeloplasty requires making a big incision on the abdomen. Laparoscopic pyeloplasty, however, has its unique benefits, including:
Minimal incisions
This leads to lower levels of pain, shorter time needed for recovery and less amount of scars.
Less intra-operative fluid loss
Since laparoscopic Surgery is less traumatic, significant blood loss is not expected.
Shortened convalescence
The patients tend to be discharged home, usually two or three days after the procedure date.
Better aesthetic result
Minimal incisions yield better scar appearances.
Laparoscopic pyeloplasty performed for kidney pulpectomy is a low-risk, effective management procedure.
However, like every other procedure, some complications can occur, including:
Conculation
If you are experiencing symptoms of UPJ obstruction, your physician may suggest laparoscopic pyeloplasty for you. An educated choice on whether to carry out the procedure or not will likely be made after a conversation with the surgeon on the specific issues that could limit the procedure and those that could enhance its benefits.