Robotic radical nephrectomy Cost in India

The cost of robotic radical nephrectomy in India typically ranges from $500 to $6,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Robotic radical nephrectomy is keyhole surgery using a robotic system to remove the whole kidney, usually for kidney cancer. The cost usually depends on:

• Robotic system use: robot-related charges are often billed separately.
• Tumour size and spread: including any lymph nodes removed.
• Hospital stay: usually a few days.
• Follow-up: scans and kidney function tests.

Robotic surgery charges can vary between hospitals. Ask whether robot-related fees are included in the quote.

Cancer Research UK explains that a radical nephrectomy removes the whole kidney, and sometimes nearby lymph nodes and the adrenal gland. It may be needed when a tumour is too large or poorly placed for partial removal.

Most people live normally with one healthy kidney.

According to Cancer Research UK, radical nephrectomy can be done as open surgery, keyhole surgery or robotic-assisted surgery in specialist centres.

Robotic surgery is a form of keyhole surgery. The surgeon controls robotic instruments from a console. Keyhole approaches usually mean a quicker discharge than open surgery.

Most people return to normal activities over several weeks and are advised to avoid heavy lifting at first.

Risks include bleeding, infection, blood clots, injury to nearby organs, reduced kidney function and the need to change to open surgery. Regular follow-up checks for cancer recurrence.