Is it likely for kidney cancer to metastasize after surgery?
Disease description:
It's been over 10 days since my kidney cancer surgery, and I'm particularly worried about the possibility of metastasis. Is it common for kidney cancer to spread after surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Jianlong
After kidney cancer surgery, metastasis does not necessarily occur easily; it depends on the individual's specific condition. For patients with early-stage cancer, the disease is typically treated by surgical removal, and metastasis rarely occurs afterward. However, if kidney cancer is at an intermediate or advanced stage, there remains a possibility of cancer cell metastasis even after surgery. Therefore, regular follow-up examinations are essential after kidney cancer surgery.
