In a groundbreaking achievement, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Monday successfully performed its first laparoscopic (minimally invasive surgery) donor nephrectomy.
A release yesterday from the GPHC said that the laparoscopic donor nephrectomy was conducted on a female donor who contributed her kidney to a 17-year-old male relative. The young recipient had been grappling with chronic kidney failure attributed to type 1 diabetes. The release said that the transplant was a resounding success, and the transplanted kidney is functioning well. The patient has shown no further need for dialysis, demonstrating the effectiveness of the procedure in restoring renal health.
This achievement has been attributed by GPHC to the collaborative efforts of the transplant and vascular team, working seamlessly with the general surgery, anaesthesia, and nursing teams. The multidisciplinary approach ensured a comprehensive and well-coordinated effort, contributing to the overall success of the surgery.
Dr. Kishore Persaud, the lead surgeon for the groundbreaking procedure, expressed enthusiasm about the positive outcomes, stating, “The successful laparoscopic donor nephrectomy signifies a significant milestone for GPHC and the healthcare landscape in Guyana. This modern technique allows for precision and minimal invasiveness, promoting reduced post-operative pain, quicker recovery, minimal scarring and lower risk of complications.”
The release said that the hospital is set to broaden its spectrum of laparoscopic services, leveraging the enhanced resources and capabilities now at its disposal.
