Kidney Cancer

Kidney Cancer Tumor Size, Preoperative eGFR Linked

January 30, 2012

Tumor diameter and decreased preoperative estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) are independently correlated in patients undergoing surgery for renal cell carcinoma (RCC), researchers concluded.
 

Adrenalectomy Rates Remain High in Radical Nephrectomy

January 30, 2012

During a recent 10-year period, the rate of ipsilateral adrenalectomy at the time of radical nephrectomy decreased slightly, a study found.
 

Kidney Cancer Tied to Red Meat Intake

January 27, 2012

Greater intake of red meat may increase the risk of renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
 

Radiofrequency Ablation, Partial Nephrectomy for RCC Offer Similar Long-Term Outcomes

January 11, 2012

In appropriately selected patients, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is an effective minimally invasive treatment for cT1a renal cell carcinoma (RCC) that offers long-term oncologic outcomes comparable to nephron-sparing surgery, data show.
 

Ultrasound Not Inferior for Sizing Renal Masses

January 06, 2012

Ultrasound imaging works as well as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for evaluating renal mass size, a new study suggests.
 

Increased Lead Exposure May Raise Kidney Cancer Risk

January 02, 2012

Higher blood lead levels are associated with an elevated risk of renal cell carcinoma (RCC), according to a study.
 

Positive Surgical Margins Rare After Partial Nephrectomy

December 21, 2011

Positive surgical margins (PSMs) are rare in patients undergoing partial nephrectomy (PN) for kidney cancer, researchers found.
 

Panel Backs Axitinib for Advanced Kidney Cancer

December 08, 2011

The FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee, in a unanimous vote, agreed that data for the investigational drug axitinib (Pfizer) support a favorable benefit/risk profile for treating patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) following failure of first-line systemic therapy.
 

Non-Cancer Death Less Likely with Partial Nephrectomy

December 08, 2011

Patients who undergo partial nephrectomy (PN) for localized renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are more likely to die from causes other than their cancer compared with patients treated with radical nephrectomy (RN), data show.
 

Survival Better with Incidentally Detected RCC

November 24, 2011

Incidental detection of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is increasing and is associated with better survival from the malignancy, according to a population-based study conducted in Iceland.
 

Cancer Risk Higher in Transplant Recipients

November 02, 2011

Infection-related and unrelated cancers develop more frequently in solid organ transplant recipients than in the general population, according to researchers.
 

Study: Bone Risks Lower with NSS

November 01, 2011

Osteoporosis and fractures are significantly more likely to occur in patients undergoing radical nephrectomy (RN) than nephron-sparing surgery (NSS), researchers concluded.
 

Sunitinib's Safety, Efficacy Confirmed

October 11, 2011

Expanded access trial shows poorer-risk patients can benefit from the drug for advanced kidney cancer.
 

SBRT Offers More Durable Pain Relief in Advanced RCC Patients

October 06, 2011

MIAMI BEACH, Fla.—Conventional radiotherapy (CRT) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) provide relief of pain related to spine metastases in patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC), but CRT provides more rapid relief and SBRT has a more durable effect, according to new data presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology annual meeting.
 

Ultrasound Technique May Improve Renal Tumor Management

October 03, 2011

Novel noninvasive approach to evaluating tumor histology could identify patients who can avoid surgery
 

On The Forefront


On The Forefront

In the past five to 10 years, researchers have developed several techniques to overcome donor incompatibility, including paired donation. The following case illustrates the collaborative efforts between nephrologists and urologists at the Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute.

Renal Nutrition Update


Renal Nutrition Update

Research has shown that individuals who exercise have lower risk for chronic diseases than individuals who do not exercise.

Commentary


Kidney Stone

According to current estimates, kidney stones will develop in 1 in 10 people during their lifetime. This translates to nearly 30 million people in the United States. Clearly, prevention is paramount.
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