The medical team at Al-Mouwasat Hospital in Al-Khobar has successfully performed a series of surgeries to remove cancerous kidneys, under the guidance of Dr. Abdulrahman Abdulkarim Al-Muhrej, a Consultant in Urological Oncology and Robotic Surgery. Utilizing a robotic system, the surgery was carried out with precision through small incisions, with one incision enlarged only for kidney extraction. Patients typically resume normal eating and can be discharged within one or two days, depending on their recovery.
Robotic surgery offers advantages such as greater accuracy, faster recovery times, and fewer complications, including reduced bleeding and post-operative pain compared to traditional methods. This approach requires specialized medical personnel.
Currently, many procedures that were once performed via open surgery or endoscopy can now be conducted using advanced robotic technology. This includes various urological procedures, such as complete or partial kidney removal, adrenal gland surgery, prostate and bladder removal, as well as ureteral repair and reimplantation.
Dr. Abdulrahman emphasizes the importance of consulting a doctor if experiencing general symptoms like unexplained weight loss or severe pain, as these may warrant tests for overall health. If a kidney tumor is discovered, he advises seeing a specialist in urological oncology and robotic surgery to determine the tumor’s nature and the best treatment plan. Surgery is often the preferred treatment, and if successful, it may eliminate the need for further therapies.
Kidney cancer is often found incidentally during imaging tests (such as ultrasounds, CT scans, or MRIs) conducted for other reasons. It’s important to note that most kidney tumors are asymptomatic, and the appearance of related symptoms can indicate an advanced stage of the disease.
