Kidney Cancer
About Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is a form of cancer that begins in the two bean-shaped organs known as the Kidneys. Kidney cancer forms as a result of kidney cells beginning to grow uncontrollably.
The most common form of kidney cancer in adults is renal cell carcinoma. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 90% of all kidney cancers are renal cell carcinoma. The main types of renal cell cancer include clear cell, papillary, and chromophobe.
Hear From People Living with Kidney Cancer
Renal Cell Carcinoma Stories
The most common form of kidney cancer. The cancer begins to form in the lining of the renal tubules in the kidney. Renal tubules are responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.
Transitional Cell Carcinoma Stories
A form of kidney cancer that starts in the transitional cells lining of the renal pelvis and ureter.
Papillary Renal Cell Carcinoma Stories
A form of kidney cancer that begins in the small tubes located in the kidney that filter blood and make urine. The cancer forms small finger-like projections called papillae.
Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma Stories
A very rare form of kidney cancer that also begins in the small tubes located in the kidney responsible for filtering blood and producing urine. The chromophore cells are larger than papillae and appear pink or clear under a microscope.
Kidney Cancer Resources
Kidney Cancer Symptoms
Kidney cancer can be hard to detect as warning signs are slowly developing. Learn about the early signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of kidney cancer from real-life patients.