PERCUTANEOUS NEPHROSCOPIC MANAGEMENT OF UPPER URINARY TRACT TRANSITIONAL CELL CARCINOMA: RECURRENCE AND LONG-TERM FOLLOWUP

Abstract

The percutaneous approach to renal urothelial tumor should be considered a valid option with a good long-term outcome. Recurrence is not uncommon and, as transitional cell carcinoma superficial bladder cancer it may be treated with endourological maneuvers or radical surgery, but with the obligation to a long lasting, strict surveillance.