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Cancer Kidney Treatment?
Prevention
Because 25% to 30% of renal cell carcinoma is linked to cigarette smoking, you may be able to reduce your risk of this cancer by avoiding tobacco. In the workplace, avoid exposure to asbestos and cadmium. To identify early kidney cancer in people receiving dialysis, doctors recommend periodic kidney X-rays.
Treatment
Treatment is determined by the type of cancer and how far it has spread (its stage), as well as by the person's age, general health and personal preferences. The primary...
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