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Ureteral cancer
Ureteral cancer is a condition of uncontrolled growth of cells in one of the ureters, which connect the kidneys to the bladder. Symptoms can include pain with urination, frequent urination, blood in the urine, abdominal mass, and weight loss.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this
39 year experience in Internal Medicine
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I had a nephroureterectomy two years ago. At that time, there was cancer in the ureter only; none in kidney or bladder. Now, there is one node that is suspicious for recurrence. Chemo is advised. How effective is it?
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Hydrouterenephrosis with stricture of ureter. No stones found on ct. No previous surgery. Worried this is cancer?
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