What to ask your doctor about surgery for kidney cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

Will I need surgery?
What kind of operation will I need?
Will all of the cancer be removed during the operation?
Is it possible for me to have part of my kidney removed instead of all of it?
Is it possible for me to have keyhole surgery (laparoscopic or robotic surgery)?
Should I have my surgery done by a specialist urological surgery team?
Will I have any pain after my operation?
Will I have any other side effects from the surgery?
Will there be any permanent side effects?
Are there any things I can do to help myself get better after my surgery?
Will I need any other treatment after my surgery?
Do you expect this treatment to cure my cancer?
What are the chances of my cancer coming back?
What will happen if my cancer comes back?
Why do you think this is the best treatment for me?
What other types of treatment could I have?
How often will I have to come for follow up appointments?
For how long will I need follow up?