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PKDCON 2023: Nephrectomy Surgery: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
23 June 2023
Presenters: Terry Watnick, MD, Amit Gupta, M.D.
COE: University of MD
Description: Terry Watnick, M.D., and Amit Gupta, M.D., provide an overview of native nephrectomy (kidney removal). They’ll explain the different types of nephrectomies, when and why this surgery might be needed, how doctors decide on timing, and the various surgical options available. This session will help you better understand what to expect if kidney removal becomes part of your treatment plan.
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