Reduced kidney function associated with higher risk of renal and urothelial cancer

(Kaiser Permanente) A key measure of reduced kidney function and chronic kidney disease -- reduced glomerular filtration rate -- is an independent risk factor for renal and urothelial cancer, according to a study published online today in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news