Open urological surgery refers to surgical procedures performed on the urinary system and male reproductive system using traditional open surgical techniques. In open surgery, the surgeon makes one or more large incisions in the patient’s body to access and operate on the affected organs. This is in contrast to minimally invasive urological procedures, such as laparoscopic or robotic-assisted surgery, where smaller incisions are made, and specialized instruments and cameras are used to perform the surgery.
Open urological surgery may be necessary for various urological conditions, including but not limited to:
Prostatectomy: Removal of the prostate gland, often done for prostate cancer. Nephrectomy: Removal of a kidney, either partially (partial nephrectomy) or completely (radical nephrectomy). Cystectomy: Removal of the bladder, often performed in cases of bladder cancer. Orchiectomy: Removal of one or both testicles, typically for testicular cancer treatment. Ureteral reimplantation: A procedure to correct abnormalities or blockages in the ureters, the
tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. Pyeloplasty: Repair of a blockage or narrowing in the connection between the kidney and the ureter.