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Time to RCC recurrence prognostic threshold challenged
08/29/2013
A large study confirms the prognostic value of time to recurrence after surgery for renal cell carcinoma (RCC), and also suggests the need to reduce the threshold for early recurrence.
New Cooling Technique For Robotic Surgery Performed On Difficult Kidney Stone
08/28/2013
A first-ever technique using ice slush and minimally invasive robotic surgery to remove a particularly large type of kidney stone has been reported by urologists at Henry Ford Hospital.
Final Regulations Issued For ACA's Individual Mandate -- Seven Things You Need To Know
08/28/2013
Tuesday’s entry in the Federal Register, spanning 75 pages, contains all of the fine print related to the individual mandate: who it applies to, who is exempted, and what kinds of insurance satisfy the government’s rules.
Metastatic renal cell carcinoma: How to make the best sequencing decision after withdrawal for intolerance to a tyrosine kinase inhibitor - Abstract
08/24/2013
With seven agents approved for metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC) within the past few years, there has undoubtedly been progress in treating this disease.
Patients and providers fear Obamacare cuts will hamper cancer treatment
08/23/2013
“It’s going to be harder and harder and harder, particularly for (treatment centers) in rural and small communities, to stay afloat and continue to provide service for the patients when we continue to make cuts..."
Boy with kidney cancer seeks help
08/19/2013
Doctors say a person suffering from urinary tract infection, resulting from kidney cancer can be easily treated and cured if the condition is diagnosed early.
8-year-old talks about beating cancer
08/19/2013
After years of battling kidney cancer, Theoryn in December was given the all-clear.
Tea Party raises money for cancer awareness
08/19/2013
When 3-year-old Anjali died of Neuroblastoma in May 2010, Roberts wanted to find a way for her to live forever.
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