What are the complications after nephrectomy

summary

In the kidney damage or malignant tumor, need to use nephrectomy for treatment, although the effect is good, but pay attention to postoperative complications. Let's take a look at the complications after nephrectomy.

What are the complications after nephrectomy

First of all: postoperative intestinal adhesion or poor Dragonfly movement may lead to intestinal obstruction, so we must delay eating. Postoperative bleeding may occur. If it is serious, laparotomy should be performed again. Therefore, we should pay close attention to the patient's condition after the operation, and deal with it in time when finding abnormalities.

Secondly, sometimes pneumothorax or hemothorax will occur, and the chest tube must be placed for a period of time after operation. Postoperative pain, chronic lung disease or other causes lead to decreased depth of breathing, atelectasis or inflammation.

Finally: for the tumor invading the renal vein or inferior vena cava, the contralateral renal vein must be temporarily blocked during the operation, which may lead to the deterioration of the function of the contralateral kidney.

matters needing attention

Usually drink more water, pay attention to protein intake not too much, especially the kidney function is not good to control the amount of protein intake. To control blood sugar and blood pressure, keep it in a normal range, so as to avoid damage to the kidney.