Nephrectomy survival rate for a 81 yr. old - Kidney Disorders Message Board

slimseeker · 03-11-2008, 02:09 PM

Hi All,

I have a question. My Father is 81 and in not so good health. He needs to have a nephrectomy to remove one kidney. He has an artificial heart valve and on coumadin (blood thinners) and has a bad kidney. He also has 7 heart stents. He's been very inactive now for a long time.

Do you or anyone you know at this age with bad health ever had a nephrectomy? I'm wondering if he can survive such a huge surgery???

Any experiences are greatly appreciated.

Slimseeker

hopesprings2 · 03-11-2008, 03:48 PM

no i dont know anyone
however you never know
maybe the doctor could answer this question better
my dad is about the same age and does well
had alot of heart operations also
guess it depends on how well they seem

slimseeker · 03-12-2008, 07:33 PM

Thanks Hopesprings2! I hope your Dad continues to do well.

Slimseeker