Patient's question:
Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I've also noticed some swelling in my body. I feel completely exhausted. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was kidney disease. Could you please tell me the steps for a minimally invasive surgery for a kidney cyst?Doctor's answer:
Some kidney cysts can be treated with minimally invasive procedures, while others cannot. It depends on the location of the cyst. If the cyst is connected to the ureter, minimally invasive surgery is also not possible. This is because alcohol and other hardening agents are used during the procedure, and if they enter the ureter, they can cause damage to the urethra, leading to serious consequences.The surgical process involves inserting a thin needle into the cyst, draining the fluid inside, and then injecting alcohol to destroy the inner lining. After that, the alcohol is removed along with the needle.