Keyhole vs. open: which kidney surgery is better?

NCT ID NCT07461090

First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study compares two ways to remove a kidney: laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and open surgery. Researchers want to see which method leads to a shorter hospital stay, less blood loss, and lower costs. The study involves 60 adults who need kidney removal due to a non-working kidney or kidney cancer.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Menoufia Faculty of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Shibīn al Kawm, Shebin Elkom, 32111, Egypt

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