Impact of sarcopenia on post-operative outcomes following nephrectomy and tumor thrombectomy for renal cell carcinoma with inferior vena cava thrombus

ConclusionsIn conclusion, this study showed that sarcopenia was an independent prognostic factor for renal cell carcinoma with inferior vena cava thrombus after nephrectomy and tumor thrombectomy. Thus, sarcopenia evaluation can be utilized as an effective prognosticator of post-operative survival.
Source: Japanese Journal of Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research