What is Renal Pelvis and Ureteral Cancers?
Cancers of the renal pelvis and ureter arise from urothelial cells lining the upper urinary tract. Together they are called upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC), distinct from renal cell carcinoma of kidney tissue. The most common warning is blood in the urine with or without pain; work-up may include CT urography, cystoscopy, urine cytology and ureteroscopy when needed. Treatment depends on location, grade, stage and risk, and may include kidney-sparing endoscopic methods or nephroureterectomy, planned in a multidisciplinary, individualised way.
How is it approached?
In Op. Dr. Erol Uçaner's consultation, your history, physical examination and any necessary laboratory tests or imaging are reviewed together. Assessment for Renal Pelvis and Ureteral Cancers is planned according to how long symptoms have lasted, accompanying findings and any previous tests.
Treatment plan
Whether monitoring, medication or surgery is discussed depends on the individual. Expected benefits, possible risks and non-surgical alternatives are covered in the same consultation. The suitable plan is clarified in person with Op. Dr. Erol Uçaner.