RCC in my remaining kidney

MeMeJoy

12 years ago I lost my left kidney. There have been a few scares along the way but now I have RCC in my right kidney. Partial nephrectomy scheduled for next week. Tumor is in the middle of my kidney and doc says there is a chance this laparoscopic robotic procure turns to an open one and 25% chance things go sideways and I end up on dialysis.
Dr told me over the phone it was RCC this time, but I won’t get the full biopsy report until the day before surgery. so I don’t know anything about type or staging. Very frustrating.

Looking for insight on what to expect after surgery. I was in the hospital for a week before, now they are saying 1 night. That seems too short. No discussion about additional treatments. Just follow-up scans.

Deanie0916

Hi, so sorry you are going through this...I'm in a similar situation, have a tumor on my one remaining kidney. I'm meeting virtually with a surgeon that specializes in complex kidney surgeries. The tumor is in the center and near the main vein and artery so radiologist and surgeons here consider it high risk and possibility of dialysis as an outcome. I'll be praying for you!

Skidmore204

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/329461/rcc-in-my-remaining-kidney

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/comment/1723840#Comment_1723840

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/comment/1723840#Comment_1723840

I am curious as to what other course of action they recommend. I understand that there is some kind of new radiation that does powerful zaps. I have RCC. Near vein. I’m not a candidate for surgery due to comorbidities. The mass is still in me until it causes symptoms then I may be that special radiation or just palliative radiation to control symptoms. Best wishes for you!