Kidney Fibrosarcoma C0238208
A rare cancer that forms in the connective tissue of the kidney. Treatment typically involves surgery, sometimes followed by chemotherapy or radiation depending on the stage.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- N28.9
- ICD-11
- GA00.0
- Body system
- renal
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Gross hematuria
Changes in urination or swelling
(renal)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Flank pain
(renal)Palpable abdominal mass
(renal)Unexplained weight loss
(renal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Radical Nephrectomy
Complete surgical removal of the affected kidney along with surrounding tissues and potentially lymph nodes, considered the primary curative approach for localized kidney fibrosarcoma.
Renal disease management
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Radiation Therapy
Targeted radiation treatment used adjuvantly after surgery or as primary treatment for inoperable tumors to destroy remaining cancer cells.
Additional treatment options
Chemotherapy
Systemic anti-cancer drug therapy typically using combination regimens to target rapidly dividing cancer cells, often employed for advanced or metastatic disease.
medicationTargeted Molecular Therapy
Precision medicines that attack specific genetic mutations or pathways in cancer cells, representing newer treatment options for refractory disease.
medicationSurveillance Imaging
Regular CT, MRI, or PET scans to monitor for recurrence or metastasis, typically performed at decreasing intervals over many years.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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