12 Questions
What is a significant risk factor for renal carcinoma?
Tobacco use
Which gender is more affected by renal carcinoma?
Men
What is a common clinical manifestation of renal tumors that often goes unnoticed?
Painless hematuria
Which of the following is NOT a classic sign or symptom of renal carcinoma?
Lung metastasis
What may be the first manifestation of renal tumor metastasis?
Anemia
Which assessment or diagnostic finding may be required for the diagnosis of a renal tumor?
Ultrasonography
What is the preferred treatment for renal cell carcinoma if the tumor can be removed?
Laparoscopic nephrectomy
Which characteristic symptom complex occurs after renal artery embolization in patients with metastatic renal carcinoma?
Postinfarction syndrome
What is the goal of medical management in renal cell carcinoma?
Eradicate the tumor before metastasis
In patients with bilateral tumors or cancer of a functional single kidney, what surgical procedure may be considered?
Partial nephrectomy
Why is laparoscopic nephrectomy preferred for removal of the kidney with a small tumor?
To achieve less morbidity and shorter recovery time
What is the characteristic symptom complex experienced after renal artery embolization?
Postinfarction syndrome
Explore the significant risk factors and clinical manifestations associated with renal carcinoma, including gender differences, tobacco use, and obesity. Learn about the potential symptoms and signs of renal tumors.
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