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Renal cell carcinoma

Alternative Names: Renal cancer; Kidney cancer; Hypernephroma; Adenocarcinoma of renal cells; Cancer - kidney Prevention: Stop smoking. Follow your health care provider's recommendations in the treatment of kidney disorders, especially those that may require dialysis. References: Text Continues Below US Food and Drug Administration. FDA Approves New Treatment for Advanced Kidney Cancer. Rockville, MD: National Press Office; December 20, 2005. Press Release P05-107.

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