Left partial nephrectomy

What does "Left partial nephrectomy" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Left partial nephrectomy" is a medical term for a surgery that removes part of the left kidney. This is usually done when there is a problem, like a tumor, in a specific part of the kidney. The goal is to take out the problem area while leaving as much of the healthy kidney as possible. This way, the kidney can still function and do its job in the body.

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