Renal Neoplasm During Pregnancy: A Single Center Experience

Renal and Bladder Cancer During Pregnancy: A Review of 47 Cases and Literature-based Recommendations for Management

“…4 A recent Belgian case series of six pregnancy-associated renal malignancies was not included as reported cases were also included in the INCIP registry. 5 For bladder cancer all new cases published after the last large series (27 cases) in 2004 were reviewed. 6 Only descriptive statistics were performed.…”

Diagnosis and Treatment of Renal Cell Carcinoma During Pregnancy

“… 6 Preoperative histological examination can significantly increase the diagnostic accuracy and guide adjuvant treatment decisions. 11 A small renal mass is not always a cancer. If we cannot tell it is benignant or malignant, biopsy is needed.…”

“…Some researchers generally consider the treatment of the pregnant woman as the focus, not only addressing potential physiological problems but also providing psychological counseling, followed by ensuring the normal development and health of the fetus. 11 Standardized guidelines for management are unavailable due to the rarity of this diagnosis and the decision is individualized for each case, putting in consideration the welfare of mother and fetus. In addition, given the complex physiological and pathological conditions of RCC during pregnancy, a multidisciplinary team of urologists, obstetricians, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pediatricians, psychologists, and genetic counselors should be involved in the treatment and consultation of these patients to achieve the best possible outcome.…”

“…In addition, given the complex physiological and pathological conditions of RCC during pregnancy, a multidisciplinary team of urologists, obstetricians, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pediatricians, psychologists, and genetic counselors should be involved in the treatment and consultation of these patients to achieve the best possible outcome. 11 Further, an individualized treatment plan should be formulated based on the clinical manifestations, gestational age, tumor site and stage, whether complications are present, and the wishes of the patient and family members. Full communication with the patient and family is necessary when time-limited surgery, watchful waiting, or termination of pregnancy are considered.…”

“…Then early delivery followed by kidney surgery or systemic therapy for metastatic disease is an option. 11 , 16 If RCC is found close to the expected date of delivery, surgical treatment can be delayed until the expected date of delivery, and cesarean section and radical nephrectomy can be performed simultaneously. 20…”