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Can Kidney Cysts Become Cancerous?
Question: Can kidney cysts become cancerous, and if so how are they treated?
Hi,
No, a kidney cyst cannot become cancerous as such. However, a renal cancer may co-exist with a kidney cyst.
Kidney cysts usually require surgical drainage. Of course, when there is renal cancer, it needs partial nephrectomy depending on the renal function status.
Ultimately, patients with kidney cysts require renal replacement therapies in the form of dialysis or renal transplant.
Let me know if you have more queries.
Regards,
No, a kidney cyst cannot become cancerous as such. However, a renal cancer may co-exist with a kidney cyst.
Kidney cysts usually require surgical drainage. Of course, when there is renal cancer, it needs partial nephrectomy depending on the renal function status.
Ultimately, patients with kidney cysts require renal replacement therapies in the form of dialysis or renal transplant.
Let me know if you have more queries.
Regards,
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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