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. 2009 May;16 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):S2-7.
doi: 10.3747/co.v16i0.409.

Natural history and management of small renal masses

T Abou Youssif, S Tanguay

Natural history and management of small renal masses

T Abou Youssif et al. Curr Oncol. 2009 May.

Abstract

The recent stage migration observed for renal tumours is contributing to a significant increase in the diagnosis of small renal masses. This evolution has led to a significant change in the approach to renal masses. New options such as observation or energy ablation are gaining popularity in a subset of this patient population. In addition, the observed changes directly contribute to the increased use of nephron-sparing surgery. A better understanding of the various characteristics of these masses will allow for a better understanding of the natural history of these masses and for selection of the optimal therapeutic approach.

Keywords: Renal cell carcinoma; outcome; treatment.

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