Bosniak type 3

Hi 

just wondering if anyone can help

I have CKF stage 3

CT scan showed  1.1cm Bosniak Cyst graded type 3 Bosniak with some solid components .Consultant is treating as a potential cancer. I have been offered choices as I'm lucky that the cyst is small . 1 watch and wait 2. Freezing 3. Removal .

after initial consultation in March i was unsure which course of treatment to take so decided to go down watch and wait route. I have just received letter to say no significant t change  . I have appointment to discuss options on treatment versus watch and wait next week im still no further forward in making decision can anyone help

thank you 

  • Hello Cycle

    I'm sorry to hear about the situation you find yourself in and having to now make another choice about your treatment pathway. It's natural that you want to be sure you make the right choice for you. 

    I'd certainly write down any questions you have about each option ahead of your appointment next week and talk these through with the specialist. Hopefully they will have information that will help you to make a decision. 

    If you think it might help to chat through your concerns with one of our nurses before seeing the specialist, you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. 

    Whatever decision you make Cycle, I hope you are supported by those around you. Keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator