Can We Predict Functional Outcomes after Partial Nephrectomy?

Percent parenchymal mass-preserved (PPMP) is the primary determinant of functional outcomes after partial nephrectomy (PN). Accurate methods for predicting PPMP based on preoperative imaging could facilitate patient counseling.

Source: The Journal of Urology - October 3, 2018 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Hajime Tanaka, Yanbo Wang, Chalairat Suk-Ouichai, Diego Aguilar Palacios, Elvis R. Caraballo, Yunlin Ye, Erick M. Remer, Jianbo Li, Robert Abouassaly, Steven C. Campbell Source Type: research