Questionable renal mass

What does "Questionable renal mass" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Questionable renal mass" refers to a situation where doctors have found something unusual in a person's kidney, but they are not sure what it is. The term "renal" relates to the kidneys, while "mass" means a lump or growth. This could be a cyst, a benign tumor, or a cancerous growth, but further tests are needed to confirm what it is. It's called "questionable" because the doctors are not yet certain about its nature.

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