Abstract
Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy is the preferred method of living kidney donation at most transplant centres. There are various techniques, all with their own reported benefits. This editorial gives a brief overview of the various methods in the context of ensuring maximum safety and benefit to the donor without compromising kidney transplant outcomes.
Publication types
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Editorial
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Introductory Journal Article
MeSH terms
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Humans
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Laparoscopy* / economics
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Laparoscopy* / education
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Learning Curve
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Living Donors*
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Nephrectomy / economics
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Nephrectomy / education
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Nephrectomy / methods*
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Operative Time
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Risk Factors
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Tissue and Organ Harvesting / economics
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Tissue and Organ Harvesting / education
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Tissue and Organ Harvesting / methods*