Some people who require nephrectomy are suitable for laparoscopic surgery (also called minimally invasive Surgery) to remove the kidney. Laparoscopic surgery involves the use of a laparoscope (wand like camera) that is passed through a series a small incision or “ports” in the abdominal ...

This minimally invasive procedure is also used to treat stones in the ureters. Since it does not require an incision, it involves inserting a fiberoptic ureter scope directly into the opening in the urethra, through the bladder and into the ureter. Through it, a Surgeon can view the stone and pass i...

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is surgery to remove parts of prostate gland. No incisions are needed. Most often done to relieve symptoms caused by enlarged prostate. This is often due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is not a cancer. It is a common part of aging. When the p...

A technique called partial nephrectomy can be used to treat the majority of kidney cancers, masses, and complex cysts. The malignant part of the kidney is surgically removed. Most healthy kidney tissue is preserved and surgically restored to allow regular blood and urine flow. The removal and regene...