NCIt synonyms : Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Renal Pelvis; Transitional Cell Carcinoma of Renal Pelvis; Urothelial Cell Carcinoma of Renal Pelvis; Renal Pelvis Transitional Cell Carcinoma; Urothelial Cell Carcinoma of the Renal Pelvis;
NCIt related terms : Renal Pelvis Urothelial Cancer;
NCIt definition : A carcinoma that arises from the urothelial lining of the renal pelvis. It is associated
with tobacco use and usually presents with gross or microscopic hematuria. Urothelial
carcinomas of the renal pelvis are usually of higher grade and higher stage compared
to bladder urothelial carcinomas.;