What causes kidney tumor?

The etiology of kidney cancer is unclear, and may be related to genetic and other factors.

1, genetic

most kidney tumors are sporadic, of which genetic kidney tumors account for 2%-4% of the total, generally autosomal dominant inheritance. Known genetic variants include VHL syndrome, fumarate hydrase gene abnormalities, BHD syndrome, etc.

2, other factors

include smoking, obesity, hypertension and the use of anti-hypertensive drugs, alcohol, occupational exposure to carcinogens, etc., may increase the risk of kidney cancer.

It is recommended to develop good living habits, adhere to exercise, and increase diet nutrition.