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What is Kidney Cancer? Symptoms and Treatment Methods
February 10, 2024 Prof. Dr. Orçun Çelik Kidney Cancer

What is Kidney Cancer? Symptoms and Treatment Methods

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Kidney cancer forms from abnormal cell growth in the kidneys. The most common type is RCC (90-95%). It may not show symptoms in early stages. Blood in urine, flank pain, weight loss are the main symptoms. Robotic partial nephrectomy with nephron-sparing surgery is the primary treatment approach.

Kidney cancer is a disease that occurs as a result of abnormal growth and proliferation of cells in the kidneys. The kidneys are two organs located in the back of the abdominal cavity that have important functions such as blood purification, hormone production and blood pressure regulation.

Kidney cancer is divided into various types, including renal cell carcinoma (RCC) which constitutes 90-95% of all kidney cancers.

Kidney Cancer Symptoms

  • Blood in urine (hematuria) - dark red or pink color
  • Abdominal or flank pain - may radiate to back or groin
  • A palpable mass or swelling on the side
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Fever (intermittent)
  • Loss of appetite

Treatment Methods

  • Surgery: Robotic partial nephrectomy (nephron-sparing surgery), radical nephrectomy
  • Immunotherapy: For advanced and metastatic kidney cancer
  • Targeted therapies: Drugs targeting specific molecules in cancer cells

Risk Factors

  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Hypertension
  • Family history
  • Long-term dialysis
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What is Prostate Cancer and What Are Its Symptoms?
January 26, 2024 Prof. Dr. Orçun Çelik Prostate Cancer

What is Prostate Cancer and What Are Its Symptoms?

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancer types in men. Usually shows no symptoms in early stages. The PSA blood test is the most important screening tool. Robotic radical prostatectomy is the gold standard surgical treatment with the nerve-sparing technique.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. It develops as a result of abnormal growth in the cells of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is a walnut-sized organ located below the bladder and surrounds the urethra.

Diagnostic Methods

  • PSA Blood Test: Prostate Specific Antigen levels in the blood
  • Digital Rectal Examination: Physical examination of the prostate
  • Multiparametric MRI: Detailed imaging of the prostate
  • Prostate Biopsy: Tissue sample for definitive diagnosis

Treatment Methods

  • Robotic Radical Prostatectomy: Minimally invasive removal of the prostate with da Vinci system
  • Radiation Therapy: External beam or brachytherapy
  • Hormone Therapy: Lowering testosterone levels
  • Active Surveillance: For low-risk cancers
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January 26, 2024 Prof. Dr. Orçun Çelik Robotic Surgery

RAPA - Surgical Precision with Robotic Adenomectomy

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RAPA (Robot-Assisted Prostate Adenomectomy) is the minimally invasive treatment of benign prostate enlargement (BPH) with da Vinci robotic system. Especially effective for large prostate adenomas (>80cc). It provides millimetric precision, less blood loss and faster recovery.

RAPA (Robot-Assisted Prostate Adenomectomy) is a minimally invasive adenomectomy method performed using the da Vinci robotic surgery system, especially for large-volume prostate adenomas (generally >80cc).

Advantages of RAPA

  • Effective for large prostates (80cc+)
  • 3D visualization and millimetric precision
  • Less blood loss
  • Faster recovery
  • Better functional outcomes
  • Short hospital stay
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