Radical nephrectomy removes an entire kidney, most commonly to treat kidney cancer. Here’s when it may be recommended, how the surgery is performed and what recovery involves. A radical nephrectomy is an operation to remove an entire kidney, most commonly as a treatment for kidney cancer. Unlike a partial nephrectomy, which removes a tumour while […]
Kidney Cancer
Partial Nephrectomy: Kidney-Sparing Surgery, Recovery, Risks and Life Expectancy
A partial nephrectomy is an operation to remove a tumour or diseased section of the kidney while preserving as much healthy kidney tissue as possible. Also known as kidney-sparing or nephron-sparing surgery, partial nephrectomy is commonly used to treat localised kidney tumours when the affected tissue can be safely removed without taking out the entire […]
March Is National Kidney Month
Every March, we take the spotlight to focus on kidney health. Kidneys work tirelessly behind the scenes, filtering around 200 quarts of blood every day to remove waste and keep your body in balance. Most of the time, we barely notice them – until something goes wrong. That’s why March is National Kidney Month, when […]
How Does Coffee Consumption Impact Your Kidney Health?
Coffee, one of the world’s most beloved beverages, has been the subject of much inquiry regarding its impact on health. While it’s widely known that caffeine, the active chemical in coffee, can stimulate the mind and body, increase blood pressure, and act as a diuretic on the urinary tract, its relationship with kidney health is […]
The Complex Relationship Between Coffee and Kidney Health
Coffee, one of the world’s most beloved beverages, has been the subject of much inquiry regarding its impact on health. While it’s widely known that caffeine, the active chemical in coffee, can stimulate the mind and body, increase blood pressure, and act as a diuretic on the urinary tract, its relationship with kidney health is […]
