After treatment is completed, a urologist/oncologist will perform regular evaluations, typically every 4 or 6 months for as long as 5 years. These visits include history and physical examination along with imaging studies, such as chest x-rays and abdominal CT scans, to monitor the condition and lab tests to make sure the kidneys and other organs are working properly.

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