Onconephrology

Onconephrology is a specialized field managing kidney complications related to cancer and cancer treatments such as chemotherapy-induced kidney injury.

Causes:

• Chemotherapy toxicity
• Cancer-related kidney infiltration
• Tumor lysis syndrome
• Radiation therapy effects
• Cancer-related dehydration or infection

Symptoms:

• Reduced urine output
• Swelling
• Abnormal kidney tests
• Fatigue and nausea
• Electrolyte imbalance

Treatment:

• Monitoring kidney function during cancer therapy
• Adjusting chemotherapy dosage
• Fluid and electrolyte correction
• Dialysis support if required
• Preventive kidney-protective strategies

Conclusion:

Early nephrology involvement during cancer treatment helps prevent kidney complications and supports safer oncology care.