Abstract
Most small renal masses (SRMs) are indolent. In fact, only approximately 80% of SRMs are malignant. Furthermore, SRMs are commonly detected in elderly and comorbid patients. Therefore, opportunities for better care intensity calibration exist. Renal mass biopsy (RMB), when appropriately used, is a valuable clinical tool to help with critical clinical decision-making in patients with SRM. This article summarizes the role of modern RMB in helping gauge care for patients with SRM.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 203-211 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Urologic Clinics of North America |
| Volume | 44 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 2017 |
Keywords
- Accuracy
- Biopsy
- Diagnosis
- Renal cell carcinoma
- Renal mass