Successful laparoscopic surgery for a rare ectopic renal dysplasia case in a 6-year-old child
Recently, the doctors of the Surgery Department at Hai Phong International Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital successfully performed laparoscopic surgery on a 6-year-old patient with ectopic dysplastic kidney, accompanied by severe complications, compressing multiple organs in the abdominal cavity. This is a rare condition in pediatrics, requiring accurate diagnosis, close interdisciplinary collaboration, and advanced intervention techniques.
Through clinical examination and in-depth imaging tests, the doctors determined that the child had ectopic dysplastic kidney – a condition where the kidney is misplaced and no longer functions in filtering blood. Notably, the child’s kidney and ureter had significantly dilated, forming a mass occupying space in the abdomen, directly compressing the bladder and intestines, posing many risks of complications if not addressed promptly.
Given the complexity of the case, the doctors in the Surgery Department quickly organized a consultation with specialists from the Central level to comprehensively assess and agree on the optimal treatment plan. After the consultation, the team decided to choose laparoscopic surgery to remove the ectopic dysplastic kidney for the patient.
The surgery went smoothly. Using modern laparoscopic systems along with precise dissection techniques, the doctors completely removed the deformed kidney and ureter while safely preserving the surrounding organs. After the surgery, the patient recovered well, experienced minimal pain, mobilized early, and quickly returned to normal activities.
Outstanding advantages of modern laparoscopic surgery
- Minimally invasive, reducing damage to healthy tissue
- High precision, especially in cases with abnormal anatomical structures
- Post-operative pain relief, helping children feel more comfortable during recovery
- Small incision, high aesthetic value
- Reduced risk of infection
- Shortened hospital stay, helping children return to normal activities sooner
Not only successfully performing complex cases, the Pediatric Urology Department – Surgery Department of Hai Phong International Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital is also a reliable address for treating many conditions such as: hydronephrosis, congenital ureteral dilation, low urethral opening, undescended testis, inguinal hernia, hydrocele, phimosis…
With a team of experienced doctors, professional support from central experts, and a modern equipment system, Hai Phong International Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital is increasingly affirming its specialized capabilities in pediatric surgery and pediatric urology right in Hai Phong.
