Robotic-assisted unilateral pyeloplasty (urinary tract surgery) in Nottingham

If you're suffering from urinary tract problems, a laparoscopic pyeloplasty can help.

This minimally invasive procedure is used to treat ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction, which is caused by a blockage where your ureter and kidney meet.

Your ureter is a muscular tube that carries urine away from your kidneys to your bladder. UPJ results in a decreased flow of urine through your ureter and an increase of fluid pressure inside your kidneys. This can cause damage to your kidneys over time.

Read more about treatment for urinary problems

What happens during a unilateral pyeloplasty?

During surgery, your consultant will remove the blocked or narrowed portion of your ureter with specialist instruments. This surgery is performed through a small incision in your lower abdomen.

Your consultant will insert a piece of equipment called a laparoscope, which is a thin tube with a camera and light attached to the end of it, to access the inside of your abdomen and perform the procedure. They will look at a monitor that is connected to the laparoscope to guide them through the surgery.

There are some key warning symptoms that might indicate you have UPJ. These include:

• Pain on the sides of your body, between your lower ribs and hips
• Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Hydronephrosis (kidney swelling)
• Hematuria (blood in your urine)
• Poor kidney function
• An abdominal mass

The procedure will eliminate the symptoms of UPJ, helping you get back to your everyday life without pain and discomfort.

A pyeloplasty with robotics at The Park Hospital

Our specialist consultants can perform this procedure using robotic technology at The Park Hospital in Nottingham.

This is an even more minimally invasive procedure than laparoscopic surgery, using very small incisions. Healing from a surgery of any kind can be a challenging experience both physically and emotionally. Your recovery from a laparoscopic unilateral pyeloplasty can be up to six weeks. With robotic surgery, you will experience less pain and discomfort after surgery because the procedure is less invasive with smaller incisions.

This can help you regain mobility sooner and be more comfortable throughout your recovery period at home. You will experience less abdominal pain and have the freedom to return to your normal activities sooner.

The da Vinci system is a highly advanced surgical robot used for surgery. This intuitive form of equipment allows your consultant to perform your surgery to the highest level of accuracy, dexterity, and precision.

The da Vinci equipment facilitates minute movements and a highly enhanced view of inside your body. This allows your surgeon to perform the minimally invasive surgery with 10x the visual clarity than traditional surgery.

The robot is made up of several robotic arms. Your consultant will sit at a console, or control centre, near your hospital bed. The robot translates every movement your consultant makes in real time, bending and turning specialist instruments that move just like a human hand, but with a more expansive range of precision and smoother motion.

Your surgeon can use the da Vinci technology to make minute incisions, reducing the risk of scarring and ensuring you experience excellent outcomes and long-lasting results.

A robotic-assisted unilateral pyeloplasty starts from £10,542.

Paying for your treatment directly with self-pay

At The Park Hospital in Nottingham, you can pay for your own care directly, or you can use your private medical insurance. We help you pay directly in a way that feels stress-free and convenient for you through our fixed-price packages. Our packages include the cost of your surgery and all necessary aftercare appointments. Any pre-surgery diagnostic tests and your consultant's outpatient appointment consultation fee will be charged separately.

Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.

As mentioned above, the robotic unit offers revolutionary levels of precision, flexibility, and control, allowing for smaller, more precise incisions compared to traditional open surgery. This minimally invasive technique often results in a lower risk of complications and less and discomfort pain throughout your recovery period. In less time, you can get back to the things that make you feel like you again, such as work, exercise, and being around friends.

You can also live life without urinary tract symptoms, which can have a devastating impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing. With surgery, your symptoms will be resolved and you can experience a dramatic improvement in your overall quality of life.

When you choose to go private with us, you can expect:

• Flexible appointment times to fit your schedule 
• The freedom to choose your hospital and your consultant 
• Bespoke, consultant-led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs  
• Private en-suite rooms as standard  
• Tasty and nutritious meals cooked onsite to your dietary requirements 
• Support from the same compassionate clinical team from beginning to end  
• Affordable, fixed-price packages with aftercare included  
• Flexible payment options to help spread the cost of your care

If you want to know more about this procedure and find out if it's the right treatment for you, book your appointment online today.