Use of delayed intervention for small renal masses initially managed with active surveillance

A number of patients who elect active surveillance of their small renal masses ( ≤4 cm) subsequently pursue delayed intervention (DI). The indications, timing, and rates of DI have not been well determined prospectively.

Source: Urologic Oncology: Seminars and Original Investigations - November 13, 2018 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Mohit Gupta, Ridwan Alam, Hiten D Patel, Alice Semerjian, Michael A. Gorin, Michael H. Johnson, Peter Chang, Andrew A. Wagner, James M. McKiernan, Mohamad E. Allaf, Phillip M. Pierorazio Tags: Clinical-Kidney cancer Source Type: research