Definition
Tumours of the renal pelvis or ureter lining, distinct from kidney tissue cancer.
Symptoms
Blood in urine, sometimes flank pain; incidental detection is possible.
How it may be discovered
Hematuria work-up or urothelial disease follow-up.
When to seek care
Blood in urine needs assessment even if intermittent or painless.
Investigations and tests
Suitable CT urography, cytology, cystoscopy and selected ureteroscopy with sampling.
Reaching a diagnosis
Assess location, likely grade and risk to select treatment.
Treatment options
Selected kidney-sparing treatment or more extensive surgery, with stage-dependent additional treatment and surveillance.
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