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I have a tumour mass 2.5x2.6 inside and behind where all the tubes etc inside my kidney..the bioby was inconclusive the dr says it may be a carcinoma?
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May be: Did you have a ct scan done? What kind of biopsy did you get? A fine needle biopsy many times can't give you a definitive answer due to certain factors such as insufficient tissue, or not getting the right tissue. Yes, it may be a carcinoma- especially if the radiologist said that it is a solid tumor. Pet scan can tell you more. You definitely need follow up to with serial ct scan and urologist.
Answered 3/10/2013
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Repeat biopsy: If the biopsy was inconclusive and there is a suspicion for cancer, a repeat biopsy is warranted until a diagnosis is reached.
Answered 12/23/2012
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Repeat biopsy: A repeat biopsy is likely reasonable given your doctor's suspicion.
Answered 12/23/2012
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