A pt. presented with renal cell carcinoma invadvin IVC and the renal vein. False statement is:
Answer is B (IVC involvement indicates inoperability): Extension of tumor into IVC does not indicate inoperability. 'Extension into renal vein or inferior vena cava does not preclude resection even if cardiopulmonary bypass is required. Half of these patients have prolonged survival' - Harrison
Preop biopsy is not necessary
IVC involvement indicates inoperability
Pre op radiotherapy is not essential
Chest x-ray should be done to rule out pulmonary metastasis.