Which Structure Is Ligated and Transsected First in a Radical

question 92

Multiple Choice

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

---

Definitions:

Cisgender

Refers to individuals whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth.

Psychological

Pertaining to the mind or mental processes, often involving behavior, emotions, and thought patterns.

Biological

Pertaining to the processes and phenomena of living organisms, often focusing on the genetic, neurochemical, and physiological bases of behavior.

Phenotype

The set of observable characteristics or traits of an organism resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.