Open Accessibility Menu
Hide

Robotic pyeloplasty

Robotic pyeloplasty

This minimally invasive surgical procedure can help treat narrowed or blocked ureteropelvic junction.

What is robotic pyeloplasty?

Robotic pyeloplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to correct narrowed or blocked ureteropelvic junction (UPJ).

UPJ is a condition where a blockage forms at the point where the ureter (a thin tube that carriers urine from kidney to bladder) attaches to the kidney. UPJ can restrict the flow of urine into the bladder, causing excessive pressure inside the kidney.

During a robotic pyeloplasty procedure, your surgeon will use precise robotic surgical tools to fix the blockage. Compared to traditional surgery, robotic surgery benefits include:

  • Faster recovery
  • Less bleeding
  • Less pain
  • Shorter hospital stays

To learn more about robotic pyeloplasty, visit our health library here.

Call us to schedule an appointment at 504.934.8100 or select a doctor to schedule online.

Related providers
Related locations
Related Blogs