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What is on the Horizon for Kidney Cancer?
What is on the Horizon for Kidney Cancer?
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Dr. Emre Yekedüz discusses how ASCO 2025 highlights precision medicine, biomarkers and the gut microbiome as keys to advancing kidney cancer care.
Breaking Down Clinical Trial Participation in Kidney Cancer: Is it Right for You?
Breaking Down Clinical Trial Participation in Kidney Cancer: Is it Right for You?
June 21, 2025
Dr. Michael Serzan emphasizes the importance of clinical trial participation for patients with kidney cancer.
A New Therapeutic Approach May Make Waves in Kidney Cancer Treatment
A New Therapeutic Approach May Make Waves in Kidney Cancer Treatment
June 12, 2025
Dr. Michael Serzan provides expert takeaways on treatment updates for patients with early-stage kidney cancer following the 2025 ASCO Meeting.
Gene Variant May Predict Side Effects From Kidney Cancer Immunotherapy
Gene Variant May Predict Side Effects From Kidney Cancer Immunotherapy
May 27, 2025
A variant in the IL-7 gene may predict which patients with kidney cancer are more likely to experience side effects from immunotherapy.
Robotic Kidney Cancer Surgery May Aid Recovery, Spare Kidney Function
Robotic Kidney Cancer Surgery May Aid Recovery, Spare Kidney Function
May 15, 2025
Robotic and minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery may reduce pain, shorten recovery time and preserve kidney function, according to Dr. Armine Smith.
The Importance of Personalized Treatment Approaches for Urologic Cancers
The Importance of Personalized Treatment Approaches for Urologic Cancers
May 06, 2025
Dr. Armine Smith discusses the importance of personalized therapeutic approaches for the treatment of urologic cancers, such as bladder or kidney cancer.
A Kidney Cancer Advocate Shares Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients
A Kidney Cancer Advocate Shares Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients
April 11, 2025
Some cancer statistics may reflect 'backwards-looking data', making it important to stay up to date on reliable information and happenings in the space.
Breaking Down Kidney Cancer Treatment Advancements and Providing Hope
Breaking Down Kidney Cancer Treatment Advancements and Providing Hope
April 03, 2025
Although late-stage kidney cancer generated poor survival rates for over two decades, significant progress is being made in the treatment of the disease.
Metastatic Kidney Cancer Requires a Multidisciplinary Approach to Care
Metastatic Kidney Cancer Requires a Multidisciplinary Approach to Care
March 31, 2025
CURE spoke with Dr. William C. Huang about what kind of team may be required to treat a patient with metastatic kidney cancer.
Kidney Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Advocacy and Early Detection
Kidney Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Advocacy and Early Detection
March 27, 2025
March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the disease, early detection and and patient advocacy, with voices like Sid Sadler raising awareness.
ctDNA Testing May Offer Patients With RCC ‘Peace of Mind’
ctDNA Testing May Offer Patients With RCC ‘Peace of Mind’
March 13, 2025
Dr. Alan Tan explores circulating tumor DNA, its role in clinical trials and its potential impact on patients with renal cell carcinoma.
How Do Molecular Factors Impact Response to Immunotherapy in Kidney Cancer?
How Do Molecular Factors Impact Response to Immunotherapy in Kidney Cancer?
January 30, 2025
Dr. David A. Braun delved into the molecular factors which drive exceptional responses to immunotherapy in metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma.
Identifying Drivers of Exceptional Response to Immunotherapy in Metastatic RCC
Identifying Drivers of Exceptional Response to Immunotherapy in Metastatic RCC
January 28, 2025
In patients with RCC, exceptional response to immunotherapy may be related to clonal neoantigen-driven cytotoxic T-cell responses, among other factors.
An Expert Expands on What Drives ‘Exceptional’ Responses to RCC Treatment
An Expert Expands on What Drives ‘Exceptional’ Responses to RCC Treatment
January 22, 2025
Dr. David A Braun delved into detail on the molecular factors driving exceptional responses to immunotherapy in metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma.
Discussing Radiation as a Treatment Option for Kidney Cancer
Discussing Radiation as a Treatment Option for Kidney Cancer
October 24, 2024
An expert explained the advantages and disadvantages of radiation as a treatment for patients with renal cell carcinoma, a type of kidney cancer.
Managing Symptoms, Controlling Disease With Radiation in Kidney Cancer
Managing Symptoms, Controlling Disease With Radiation in Kidney Cancer
October 14, 2024
An expert explained how radiation may be a treatment option for patients with renal cell carcinoma to manage symptoms and control the disease.
Palliative Care in Kidney Cancer More Than Just Relieving Symptoms
Palliative Care in Kidney Cancer More Than Just Relieving Symptoms
September 26, 2024
Patients with kidney cancer who want more support during treatment can consider palliative care, whether it’s for symptoms or discussing goals and values.
Expectations for Postsurgical Treatments in Kidney Cancer
Expectations for Postsurgical Treatments in Kidney Cancer
June 24, 2024
For patients with kidney cancer undergoing postsurgical treatments, it’s key to understand how immunotherapy works and what side effects to look for.
What Patients With Kidney Cancer Need to Know About Radiation Therapy
What Patients With Kidney Cancer Need to Know About Radiation Therapy
March 29, 2024
An expert explains what patients need to keep in mind and what conversations they should be having with their care teams.
What Are Biomarkers and How Are They Used in Kidney Cancer?
What Are Biomarkers and How Are They Used in Kidney Cancer?
February 08, 2024
An expert said that he is optimistic about the future use of biomarkers in the kidney cancer space.
‘No Stupid Questions’ for Newly Diagnosed Patients With Cancer
‘No Stupid Questions’ for Newly Diagnosed Patients With Cancer
January 06, 2024
An expert stressed the importance of finding a patient support group and asking questions after being diagnosed with kidney — or any other form — of cancer.
Focused Radiation Has ‘Good Success’ for Metastatic Kidney Cancer
Focused Radiation Has ‘Good Success’ for Metastatic Kidney Cancer
November 14, 2023
Stereotactic radiation is promising in treating patients with metastatic kidney cancer and may delay the time until patients need further treatment, an expert said.
CAR-T Cell Therapy Is ‘Exciting’ in Advanced Kidney Cancer
CAR-T Cell Therapy Is ‘Exciting’ in Advanced Kidney Cancer
November 13, 2023
While CAR-T cell therapy is showing promise in treating patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma, there is still more research that needs to be done in this arena.
Surgical Approaches May Treat Kidney Cancer of Various Stages
Surgical Approaches May Treat Kidney Cancer of Various Stages
August 29, 2023
With surgical techniques applicable to many stages of kidney cancer, it is important for patients to discuss these options with their cancer team to select the best approach for their disease.
Clonal Hematopoiesis Associated With Heart Toxicity in Cancer Survivors
Clonal Hematopoiesis Associated With Heart Toxicity in Cancer Survivors
August 03, 2023
In patients with cancer, clonal hematopoiesis was associated with cardiac toxicity and in increased risk of death due to heart conditions.
3 Important Patient-Provider Discussions for Newly Diagnosed Kidney Cancer
3 Important Patient-Provider Discussions for Newly Diagnosed Kidney Cancer
February 27, 2023
After a patient receives a kidney cancer diagnosis, there are some important conversations to have with their health care team.
What to Know After Receiving a Kidney Cancer Diagnosis: ‘Seek Speciality Care,’ Expert Says
What to Know After Receiving a Kidney Cancer Diagnosis: ‘Seek Speciality Care,’ Expert Says
November 29, 2022
In a recent interview with Cancer Horizons®, the medical liaison for KidneyCAN, discussed the basics of kidney cancer and what she thinks patients should know.
Understanding The Basics of VHL-Related Kidney Cancer
Understanding The Basics of VHL-Related Kidney Cancer
October 03, 2022
An expert explains the basics of von Hippel-Lindau—related kidney cancer, and how a new drug for the disease is shaping the way patients are treated.
Addressing Health Concerns, Increasing Exercise Can Help Patients Prepare for Kidney Cancer Surgery
Addressing Health Concerns, Increasing Exercise Can Help Patients Prepare for Kidney Cancer Surgery
September 06, 2022
Preparing for kidney cancer surgery encapsulates a full-body approach, which can help improve outcomes after the procedure.
Expert Breaks Down Immunotherapy Options in Kidney Cancer
Expert Breaks Down Immunotherapy Options in Kidney Cancer
August 25, 2022
In recent years, immunotherapy’s usage has expanded for the treatment of patients with kidney cancer.