Renal cell carcinoma – gross

Renal cell carcinoma
  • Nephrectomy specimen measuring 10x8x2cm
  • Cut section showing a tumor in the upper pole measuring 6x6cm.
  • Tumor is grey white to yellow in colour with areas of haemorrhages, necrosis and cystic spaces (variegated appearance)
  • Tumor is extending into renal pelvis also.