P45 Cardiopulmonary Bypass for Renal and IVC Tumour Resection–Our Experiences

Abstract

Radical nephrectomy with aggressive tumuor resection remains the mainstay of treatment for nephrogenic tumours with inferior vena caval invasion. Frequently, the cardiac surgeon is called on to assist the urologist, as cardiopulmonary bypass and deep hypothermic circulatory arrest is required to facilitate IVC tumour thrombectomy and/or repair. We present a series of 22 cases performed in the Newcastle area with particular emphasis on the operative technique(s) and outcomes.