Kidney Cancer

More Tailored Treatments for Kidney Cancer Possible

February 16, 2012

Two newly published studies provide a unique foundation for a more complete understanding of distinct kidney cancer subtypes.
 

Cryotherapy Can Successfully Treat Small Renal Masses

February 14, 2012

LONDON—Cryotherapy can be used to treat small renal tumors or masses successfully with relatively low rates of complications and recurrence, a urologist skilled in the technique told attendees at the Renal and Bladder Cancer 3rd National conference here.
 

Immunotherapy May Improve mRCC Outcomes

February 08, 2012

SAN FRANCISCO—An immunotherapy (AGS-003) in combination with sunitinib may help prolong the lives of men with unfavorable risk, metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC), according to new data from an open-label phase 2 study.
 

Bisphosphonates May Improve Outcomes in Patients with RCC and Bone Metastases

February 08, 2012

SAN FRANCISCO—Combining a bisphosphonate with sunitinib may improve progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) in patients with bone metastases from renal cell carcinoma (RCC), that are treated with sunitinib, according to a multicenter, retrospective study presented at the 2012 Genitourinary Cancer Symposium.
 

Prior Sunitinib Duration Affects Second-Line RCC Therapy Outcomes

February 07, 2012

SAN FRANCISCO—Prior sunitinib treatment for nine months or longer may be associated with a longer progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC) receiving axitinib as second-line treatment, according to a new study presented at the 2012 Genitourinary Cancer Symposium.
 

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.
 

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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