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Excision of Renal Cell Carcinoma Involving the Inferior Vena Cava
Author(s) -
Riddleberger Susan,
Poetzsch Karen
Publication year - 1995
Publication title -
aorn journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.222
H-Index - 43
eISSN - 1878-0369
pISSN - 0001-2092
DOI - 10.1016/s0001-2092(06)63496-0
Subject(s) - medicine , renal cell carcinoma , inferior vena cava , vena cava , carcinoma , radiology , surgery
Management and care of patients with renal cell carcinoma (RCC) that extends into the inferior vena cava is challenging for perioperative nurses. Although prognosis for this condition is poor, excising the RCC is a palliative treatment and can offer improved quality of life for patients. Understanding the pathophysiology of RCC and the surgical technique involved in its removal increases perioperative nurses' effectiveness and enhances patient outcomes. AORN J 62 (Oct 1995) 551–555.