Upper Tract TCC Flashcards by Becky Mladenovic | Brainscape

Q

Why are they uncommon

A

Low toxin exposure as urine passes through ureters quickly

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How to diagnose

A

CT urogram

Ureteroscopy to biopsy

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Treatment

A

Low grade: laser ablation

High grade: nephroureterectomy (preferably laparoscopic)

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