The role of nephrologists in the management of small renal masses

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common malignancy seen in the nephrology clinic, yet most nephrologists have inadequate knowledge of current treatment options. Here we discuss RCC presentation and therapies, including potential renal adverse effects, and highlight the need for involvement of...

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Veröffentlicht in:Nature reviews. Nephrology 2018-04, Vol.14 (4), p.211-212
Hauptverfasser: Hu, Susie L., Weiss, Robert H.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common malignancy seen in the nephrology clinic, yet most nephrologists have inadequate knowledge of current treatment options. Here we discuss RCC presentation and therapies, including potential renal adverse effects, and highlight the need for involvement of nephrologists in the multidisciplinary management of this disease. Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common malignancy seen in the nephrology clinic, yet most nephrologists have inadequate knowledge of current treatment options. Here we discuss RCC presentation and therapies, including potential renal adverse effects, and highlight the need for involvement of nephrologists in the multidisciplinary management of this disease.
ISSN:1759-5061
1759-507X
DOI:10.1038/nrneph.2018.10