Medical MCQ-A pt. presented with renal cell carcinoma invadvin IVC and the renal vein. False statement is:

A pt. presented with renal cell carcinoma invadvin IVC and the renal vein. False statement is:

Preop biopsy is not necessary

IVC involvement indicates inoperability

Pre op radiotherapy is not essential

Chest x-ray should be done to rule out pulmonary metastasis.

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Medicine

Correct Answer:

IVC involvement indicates inoperability

Description:

Answer is B (IVC involvement indicates inoperability): Extension of tumor into IVC does not indicate inoperability. 'Extension into renal vein or inferior vena cava does not preclude resection even if cardiopulmonary bypass is required. Half of these patients have prolonged survival' - Harrison

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