Optimal Management of Localized Renal Cell Carcinoma: Surgery, Ablation, or Active Surveillance

Overview

Journal J Natl Compr Canc Netw

Specialty Oncology

Date 2009 Jun 27

PMID 19555585

Citations 22

Authors

David Y T Chen

Robert G Uzzo

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Abstract

Radical nephrectomy is historically accepted as standard treatment for localized renal cell carcinoma (RCC). However, the presentation of RCC has changed dramatically over the past 3 decades. Newer alternative interventions aim to reduce the negative impact of open radical nephrectomy, with the natural history of RCC now better understood. This article discusses current surgical and management options for localized kidney cancer.

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