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A case of renal cell carcinoma with an extensive inferior vena cava thrombosis

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most prevalent primary renal malignant neoplasm in adults. Most of the cases are usually found incidentally. It is commonly associated with venous thrombosis. We demonstrate a case of a RCC which was associated with an extensive thrombus that reached the upper part of the inferior vena cava (IVC). We also perform a brief literature review about the association between RCC and IVC thrombosis.

Source: Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

DOI: 10.3402/jchimp.v6.32101

Author: Majd Alfreijat

Institution: St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Renal cell carcinoma treatment

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $500