15/09/2025Dr Ian McCaffertyConsultant Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologistRenal cancer ablation: What it is, and what it doesKidney cancer ablation, also referred to as renal cancer ablation, is a minimally invasive treatment for small kidney tumours. More articles from this doctor
05/03/2025Mr Karan WadhwaUrologistHow successful is surgery for kidney cancer?Surgery is the primary treatment for kidney cancer, particularly in cases where the tumour is localised. It offers a high success rate, with many patients achieving long-term remission. The effectiveness of surgery depends on factors such as the stage of the cancer, the patient’s overall health, and the specific surgical approach used.More articles from this doctor
10/09/2024Mr Azhar KhanUrologistRobotic partial nephrectomy for kidney tumour treatmentRobotic partial nephrectomy is a novel minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows urological surgeons to remove kidney tumours while preserving the healthy portion of the kidney. With advancements in robotic-assisted surgery, patients now benefit from enhanced precision, faster recovery times, and fewer complications compared to traditional open surgery. Here, Mr Azhar Khan, renowned Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon, provides an expert insight into the procedure. More articles from this doctor
08/08/2024Mr Kawa OmarUrologistThe ins and outs of kidney cancerKidney cancer often goes undetected until it reaches advanced stages. Also known as renal cell carcinoma (RCC), poses a significant health challenge due to its subtle symptoms and the complexity of its underlying mechanisms. Mr Kawa Omar delves into the intricacies of kidney cancer, exploring its causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnostic methods and innovative treatments.More articles from this doctor
17/06/2024Dr Mark TuthillMedical OncologistKidney cancer: All you need to knowLeading consultant medical oncologist, and expert in the use of immunotherapy in cancer treatment, Dr Mark Tuthill discusses all you need to know about kidney cancer. He goes into expert detail about the early signs and symptoms, diagnosis of advanced kidney cancer and treatment for both early-stage and advanced versions of this condition.More articles from this doctor
21/02/2023Mr Neil HaldarUrologistWho is most at risk of getting kidney cancer?Here, Mr Neil Haldar, a highly respected and qualified consultant urologist, outlines the first major warning signs of kidney cancer, before going to to detail the treatment options, the diagnostic process, as well as the survival rates.More articles from this doctor
22/04/2022Dr David GameNephrologistBlood in your urine? Here's what you need to knowIf you find blood in your urine, what should you do? Why does it happen? And why can our urine look more or less concentrated at different times in the day? London-based nephrologist Dr David Game is here to answer these, and more, questions about haematuria.More articles from this doctor
31/05/2019Mr Chris BlickUrologistKidney cancer: survival rate and treatment options If kidney cancer is detected early the survival rate can be excellent. With more than 50% of cases going undetected in the UK, read more from our expert urologist Mr Chris Blick on the risk factors for developing renal cancer.More articles from this doctor
09/05/2019Mr Christopher AndersonUrologistCryotherapy for kidney cancer: is the treatment effective?Cryotherapy is a procedure that destroys tissues in the body by freezing them to an extremely low temperature and the technique is used to treat early stage renal cancer. Our expert urologist Mr Christopher Anderson explains just how effective the treatment can be. More articles from this doctor
02/05/2019Mr Christopher AndersonUrologistCryotherapy to treat early kidney cancer Cryotherapy kills cancer cells by freezing them. It can cure small, early-stage kidney cancer by freezing tissues at an extremely low temperature and destroying the cancer cells completely. We've asked one of our expert urologists Mr Christopher Anderson to explain how it works.More articles from this doctor
