Table 3.
Observed Complications of Nephrectomy
| HALN (n = 58) | Open (n = 18) | |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial dehiscence, incisional herniaa | 6 (10.3%) | 1 (5.6%) |
| Arteriovenous fistula thrombosisa,b | 3 (5.2%) | 1 (5.6%) |
| Ascites requiring paracentesisb | 2 (3.4%) | |
| Splenic injury requiring splenectomya | 1 (5.6%) | |
| Bleeding requiring reoperationa | 1 (1.7%) | |
| Vascular injurya | 1 (1.7%) | |
| Postoperative myocardial infarctionc | 1 (1.7%) | |
| Temporary acute mental status changesc | 1 (1.7%) | |
| Pneumoniad | 1 (5.6%) | |
| Prolonged ileuse | 1 (5.6%) |
a
Clavien classification IIIb, requiring intervention under general anesthesia.
b
Clavien classification IIIa, requiring intervention without general anesthesia.
c
Clavien classification IVa, single-organ dysfunction.
d
Clavien classification II, requiring pharmacologic treatment.
e
Clavien classification I, not requiring additional intervention.