Impact of Tumor Size on Renal Function and Prediction of Renal Insufficiency After Radical Nephrectomy in Patients With Renal Cell Carcinoma

Abstract

Tumor size 7 cm or less, age 60 years or greater and a decreased preoperative glomerular filtration rate were significant risk factors for new onset renal insufficiency in patients treated with radical nephrectomy. Partial nephrectomy might be considered an option according to the risk of postoperative renal insufficiency, especially in elderly patients with a tumor of 7 cm or less.