What is kidney cancer?
The most common tumour of the kidney, kidney cancer generally develops from a parenchymal cell of the kidney.
The most common kidney cancers are type renal cell carcinoma.
Which healthcare professional should I consult if I have kidney disease ?
A urologist is the doctor who specialises in diseases of the urinary tract. A urologist treats conditions such as urinary stones, urinary infections, urinary leakage, cancers of the urinary tract or fertility problems.
How is kidney cancer diagnosed ?
Kidney cancer is usually discovered by chance during an abdominal ultrasound. Other examinations such as a CT scan, an MRI scan or a biopsy may be prescribed.
When and why should I see a doctor ?
Kidney cancer is often asymptomatic at first.
If you notice blood in your urine (haematuria), you should see a specialist doctor. However, haematuria is also a warning sign for many other, often benign, urinary diseases!
What is the treatment for renal cancer ?
In most cases, surgery will suffice, and this is the go-to treatment. Radiofrequency or cryoablation may be used to remove small tumours. Depending on how the tumour evolves, the use of targeted therapies, immunotherapies or radiotherapies for the control of symptomatic brain or bone metastases will be discussed. Your personalised treatment plan will be deliberated at the Multidisciplinary Team Meeting (MDT).
Preparing for your hospital stay with ELSAN in France
How can I make an appointment ?
FAQ
How can I obtain a visa?
To obtain your visa for France, you will need to apply to the French Embassy in your country of residence. Once you have paid the care cost estimate provided by the ELSAN International Patients Department, you will be sent a letter of invitation and a certificate of payment signed by the hospital where your procedure will take place. These documents should be attached to your visa application.
What about follow-up treatment?
Depending on your personal situation, your medical team may recommend a rehabilitation hospital stay. This will be discussed with you.
How long before I can fly?
Your doctor will make specific recommendations. We suggest that you ask them to issue a Fit to Fly certificate, as depending on your medical situation, it may be necessary to respect a certain time limit in the interest of your health.
Will I be reimbursed?
For patients not covered by French health insurance, we provide an estimate of the cost of treatment. You should submit this estimate, along with your treatment plan, to your insurer to obtain their prior agreement, in accordance with your insurance policy.
In some cases insurers will pay directly (avoiding any advance payments by the policyholder) or reimburse the policyholder on proof of payment (paid invoice). This will depend on your insurance policy.