Robotic pyeloplasty: What patients need to know about minimally invasive kidney surgery
If you've been diagnosed with a blockage between your kidney and ureter, your urologist may have recommended a procedure known as robotic pyeloplasty. This minimally invasive surgery is becoming the preferred approach for treating ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction. In this article, we’ll explain what the procedure involves, how it differs from traditional surgery, and what patients can typically expect before, during, and after the operation.
