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I'm having keyhole surgery to have my kidney taken out. How long does the operation usually take?

Keyhole surgery to remove the kidney (laparoscopic nephrectomy) usually takes between 2 to 3 hours. But, you may be out of the ward for several hours longer than this. After the operation you will nursed in a room outside the theatre, called the recovery area, until you are fully awake and comfortable.


Content last reviewed: 06 December 2006
Page last modified: 18 December 2006

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