BackTable Vascular & Interventional Ep. 503 Cryoablation: A Patient’s Kidney Cancer Journey with Clinton Lanier
Dec 20, 2024
Clinton Lanier, a resilient kidney cancer survivor, shares his inspiring journey after being diagnosed during a sailing trip. He delves into how he discovered cryoablation through research, highlighting its life-saving and minimally invasive nature. Clinton emphasizes the positive impact this procedure has had on his quality of life and advocates for increased awareness among patients and healthcare providers. His story aims to empower others to explore innovative treatment options and champion informed patient advocacy.
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Sailing Trip Diagnosis
- Clint Lanier, an attorney, took a break from his practice to go sailing.
- During this time, he was diagnosed with a kidney tumor.
Discovering Cryoablation
- Initially, doctors suggested kidney removal or partial nephrectomy.
- Clint discovered cryoablation through his own online research.
Multiple Cryoablations
- Clint underwent multiple successful cryoablations for recurrent kidney tumors.
- The procedure's effectiveness allowed him to maintain an active lifestyle.