Matthew N. Simmons, MD

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Sickle Cell Trait and Medullary Renal Carcinoma

April 1, 2012

Since the discovery of Hemoglobin S (HbS), it has been known that the abnormal polymerization of deoxy-HbS is the main cause for vaso-occlusive crisis involving many organs including the kidneys in sickle cell disease (SCD).

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Volume Loss as the Predominant Determinant of Ultimate Renal Function after PN

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Matthew N. Simmons, MD

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The objectives of partial nephrectomy (PN) for kidney cancer are to optimize cancer control by obtaining negative margins while preserving as much renal function as possible.

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