Renal cell carcinoma is not simply a single cancer, but rather a group of tumors composed of several cancer types with cells, genes, and chromosomal changes of different origins.
Consequently, each cell type according to histological classification shows different clinical manifestations and presents different characteristics in response to treatment. Renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer) is one of the top 10 causes of cancer death in Koreans.
It is also called kidney cancer because it is a cancer that develops in the “kidney” located on both sides of the spine under the diaphragm of our body and is known to be caused by existing kidney disease and various environmental and genetic factors.
Smoking, obesity, alcohol, high blood pressure and dietary habits are considered major risk factors for kidney cancer and it is difficult to detect because there are no significant symptoms in the early stages.
The main symptoms of kidney cancer may include blood in the urine, flank pain, and abdominal mass, but these symptoms are seen in only 10 to 15 percent of cases, and in most cases it progresses without symptoms.
If you have a family history or suffer from kidney disease such as chronic kidney disease or polycystic kidney disease, it is advisable to have an abdominal ultrasound or CT scan during a health checkup.
Professor Jo Jeong-min from the Department of Hematology and Oncology at Mokdong Hospital of Ewha Womans University said: “Flank pain and hematuria are also symptoms of kidney cancer, but if these symptoms appear, it is very likely that the kidney cancer has progressed significantly.” extension.”
Professor Cho said: “In the high-risk group of kidney cancer, if you notice abnormal findings such as microscopic hematuria during the examination, it is recommended to undergo a thorough examination immediately.” He added: “If there is a genetic disease related to kidney cancer, get screened early before symptoms appear and see if risk factors are present.” “If so, you need to receive appropriate treatment before the cancer progresses,” he advised.
He added: “Kidney cancer can be completely cured in 90% of cases if detected early, so we hope you undergo regular health checks and, if you have suspicious symptoms, consult a specialist quickly and get the appropriate help.”
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