Renal cell cancer
Renal cell cancer (RCC), also known as renal cell carcinoma, is a type of kidney cancer that originates in the lining of the proximal convoluted tubule, a part of the kidney's small tubes that transport waste molecules from the blood to the urine.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The most common symptoms of RCC include blood in the urine (hematuria), flank pain, a mass in the abdomen, and unexplained weight loss. However, these symptoms are not specific to RCC and can be caused by other conditions.
Causes[edit | edit source]
The exact cause of RCC is unknown, but several risk factors have been identified. These include smoking, obesity, hypertension, and certain genetic conditions such as Von Hippel-Lindau disease and hereditary papillary renal cell carcinoma.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of RCC typically involves a combination of physical examination, imaging tests such as computed tomography (CT) scans or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and sometimes a biopsy.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment options for RCC depend on the stage of the disease and the patient's overall health. They may include surgery, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy.
Prognosis[edit | edit source]
The prognosis for RCC varies widely depending on the stage of the disease at diagnosis. Early-stage RCC has a good prognosis, while advanced RCC has a poorer prognosis.
See also[edit | edit source]
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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
