Laparoscopic Surgery

Hand Assisted and Single Port Incision Surgery

Hand-assisted or total laparoscopic nephrectomy to remove a cancerous kidney is a relatively new surgical technique with the advantages of a small incision, short hospital stay, and fast recovery time when compared to traditional open surgery. Our surgeons have been trained to perform this procedure. Not every patient is a candidate for laparoscopic surgery so be sure to discuss this option with one of our doctors. Our goal is for you to return to a normal state of mind, body, and health as soon as it is possible.

A newer laparoscopic techinque is for single port incision (SPI) surgery, which is an advanced laparoscopic surgical procedure in which the surgeon operates almost exclusively through a single entry point, typically the patient’s navel. SPI surgical procedures are possible for a number of kidney and bladder problems as well as adrenal tumors and biopsy of abdominal abnormalities. Our surgeons work with other surgeons at Southern Maryland Hospital Center to utilize this technique for many urologic problems. Ask your surgeon if you are a candidate for this procedure.