The aim of this paper was to present the newest methods of laparoscopic nefrectomy. Dynamic research and development in the field of endoscopy inclines veterinary surgeons to much frequent use of these novel methods. The real breakthrough in laparoscopy was transperitoneal nephrectomy performed for the first time in 1991 by Clayman et al. Basically, there are no major differences between classic open method and laparoscopy except few modifications. Urether and renal hilus preparation is performed with foreceps, scissors, suction-irrigation probe and bipolar coagulation forceps. Haemostasis in laparoscopy is achieved by use of suture, titan clips or staplers. In extraperitoneal laparoscopic surgery working space is created by balloon inserted between muscles and peritoneum and subsequently filled with saline. In laparoscopic nephrectomy the kidney is extracted in organ removal bag. The specimen to be removed needs a morcellation –mechanical, manual or minilaparotomy. Laparoscopy is a surgical technique allowing shorter hospitalization and rehabilitation period, lower analgetic doses which makes it an interesting alternative to classic open method.

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