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Cancer caught and treated at an early stage leads to successful outcomes, with a five-year survival rate of 90% or higher.
Content Summary
- One of the top 10 most common cancers in the U.S.
- Often diagnosed early, with a high survival rate
- Renal cell carcinoma is the most common type
- Risk factors include smoking, obesity, high blood pressure
- Treatment options range from monitoring to surgery and immunotherapy
Description
This short video explains how kidney cancer develops, who’s at risk, early signs to watch for, and the latest treatment options — including kidney-sparing surgery and immunotherapy.
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