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Transitional Cell Carcinoma

Risk Factors

Transitional Cell Carcinoma Risk Factors

Risks factors of transitional cell carcinoma include:

Analgesic nephropathy:

Damage to the kidneys caused by pain medicines

Occupational exposures to chemicals, such as:

Dyes
Lubricants
Solvents
Chemicals used in plastic manufacturing

Previous kidney cancer
Smoking

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Last Updated: Aug 13, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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