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robinn137

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Which structure is ligated and transsected first in a radical nephrectomy or laparoscopic simple nephrectomy, following isolation of the vessels and ureter?
 a. renal artery
  b. renal vein
  c. proximal ureter
  d. Gerota's fascia

Question 2

Radical nephrectomy is usually performed with the patient in which position?
 a. lateral
  b. low-lithotomy
  c. prone
  d. supine



lcapri7

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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d



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