Transitional cell carcinoma of the kidney with vena caval involvement: report of 3 cases and a review of the literature.
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Abstract
Vena caval tumor thrombus in association with transitional cell carcinoma of the kidney is uncommon, with only 9 cases having been reported to our knowledge. We report 3 additional cases and review this subject with particular attention to symptoms, radiographic evaluation and the importance of early diagnosis.
Medical subject headings
- Carcinoma, Transitional Cell
- Kidney Neoplasms
- Neoplastic Cells, Circulating
- Venae Cavae