What Does Ureteronephrectomy Mean?

Listen to pronunciation. (YER-eh-ter-oh-neh-FREK-toh-mee) Surgery to remove a kidney and its ureter. Also called nephroureterectomy.

How long is a Nephroureterectomy?

How long does laparoscopic nephroureterectomy take? Surgery takes approximately 3-4 hours, and the hospital stay is usually one to two days. Full recovery usually takes two to three weeks.

What can I expect after a Nephroureterectomy?

No heavy lifting or exertion for up to 4 weeks following surgery. Patients may begin driving once they are off of narcotic pain medication and have full range of motion at their waist. Most patients can return to full activity including work on an average 3-4 weeks after surgery.