Can the Diseased Part of the Kidney Be Removed with Robotic Surgery?
By Dr. Debabrata Mukherjee Senior Nephrologist, Max Hospital, Gurugram Introduction A diagnosis involving the kidney can be worrying — whether it’s a tumor, cyst, or part of the kidney that isn’t working well. Many patients ask: "Doctor, does the whole kidney need to be removed?" Thanks to modern advancements, the answer is often no . With the help of robotic surgery , it is now possible to remove only the damaged or diseased part of the kidney , while keeping the rest healthy and functioning. This technique is called a Robotic Partial Nephrectomy , and it is changing the way we treat kidney conditions. 💡 What is Robotic Partial Nephrectomy? A partial nephrectomy is a surgery where only the affected part of the kidney is removed — not the entire organ. When done using robotic technology , it becomes even more precise, safe, and less painful for the patient. This type of surgery is usually used to remove: Small kidney tumors Complex or suspicious cysts ...