The kidneys are the organ responsible for disposing of excess water, salt and blood waste, but if the kidneys' functions are disrupted, a person may develop kidney cancer as a complication, and little is known about this deadly cancer, types, treatments and side effects, which makes this type of cancer more dangerous, according to For the "onlymyhealth" report.
What are the types of kidney cancer?
They include:
Clear cancer cells:
Most cases of kidney cancer are of this type, as the cancer cells appear clear or pale when closely observed in a microscope.
Papillary renal cell carcinoma:
About 10-15% of kidney cancers are papillary RCC, and they have a finger-like appearance if you look at them in a microscope.
Renal cell carcinoma:
This cancer is larger in size compared to the other subtypes, with a clear or pale appearance.
What are the risk factors for renal cell carcinoma?
Since RCC is a multi-factor disease, there are some factors that can put you at risk of developing it. Smoking can put you at risk of developing cancer, not only lung cancer but it can also cause kidney cancer and thus, smoking doubles the risk of developing cancer in those Who smoke regularly.
What are the methods of treating kidney cancer?
You can choose a surgery that is a radical nephrectomy in which the kidneys, adrenal gland and even surrounding tissues are removed, or a simple nephrectomy in which only the kidney is removed, even radiofrequency ablation, radiotherapy and device therapy can be suggested by the doctor in certain types only.
Currently, with advances in treatment methods, targeted oral medications and immunotherapy are used alone, or in combination in most types of advanced kidney cancer, there are many types of targeted therapies and immunotherapy drugs, your doctor will suggest the appropriate treatment for you.
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