This book explains the development of various laparoscopic donor nephrectomy (LDN) techniques, which can be performed via the retroperitoneal or the transperitoneal approach. It provides a step-by-step explanation of LDN, including details of intricacies such as port positioning, dissection steps, securing the hilum and retrieval. It also reviews new techniques like robotic donor nephrectomy and single-port donor nephrectomy. Lastly, it explores the non-technical but equally important issues of donor work-up and legal and social aspects.
LDN is a unique surgical procedure in...
This book explains the development of various laparoscopic donor nephrectomy (LDN) techniques, which can be performed via the retroperitoneal or th...
This book outlines potential situations faced by those using laparoscopy as well as ways to prepare for them. It includes descriptions of specific procedures with accompanying drawings and pictures as well as a review of the literature on the subject.
This book outlines potential situations faced by those using laparoscopy as well as ways to prepare for them. It includes descriptions of specific pro...