Keyhole vs. open: which kidney surgery is better and cheaper?
NCT ID NCT07461090
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two ways to remove a kidney: laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and open surgery. Researchers will look at how long patients stay in the hospital, blood loss, complications, and costs. The study includes 60 adults with a nonfunctioning kidney or early-stage kidney cancer who need surgery.
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Menoufia Faculty of Medicine
RECRUITINGShibīn al Kawm, Shebin Elkom, 32111, Egypt
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