What is renal nodule?

Renal nodules may be tumors in the kidney, kidney tumors are also divided into benign and malignant two types. Renal hamartoma, renal fibroma and so on are benign tumors, while renal carcinoma, renal pelvis cancer and so on are malignant tumors. After the nodules appear in the kidney, further enhanced CT examination of the urinary system should be done to confirm the size of the nodules. If it is a benign tumor, the diameter is not large, and there is no compression on the surrounding kidneys, it should be observed regularly. If it is malignant tumor, surgery should be performed as soon as possible. After surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy should be performed. The above health science knowledge is for reference only.