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Living with kidney cancer

Living with kidney cancer means coping with physical and emotional challenges. This section shares practical tips and support to help your quality of life during treatment and recovery.

This chapter contains general information about kidney cancer. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

This chapter contains general information about partial nephrectomy for kidney cancer. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

Last updated: July 2026

Reviewed by (2026 update): 

  • Ms. Rose Woodward (EAU Guidelines Panel on Renal Cell Cancer)
  • Dr. Stephanie Bonn (EAU Guidelines Panel on Renal Cell Cancer)