How long after partial nephrectomy can one return to work?
Disease description:
My colleague had a nephrectomy at the hospital last month, and has recently been eager to return to work. How long after a partial nephrectomy can one go back to work?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Mingchuan
After partial nephrectomy, it generally takes about 2 to 3 months before returning to work. The exact timeline varies from person to person and should be determined based on the individual patient's specific condition. If the patient is in good physical health and experiences no other discomfort following kidney surgery, light activities may be resumed after approximately 30 days, and normal daily life and work can typically be resumed within about 2 to 3 months.
