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Chemotherapy| is the use of anti-cancer (cytotoxic) drugs to destroy cancer cells. They work by disrupting the growth of cancer cells.
Chemotherapy is not as effective at treating kidney cancer as some other treatments, such as targeted therapy or biological therapy drugs|. But you may be offered chemotherapy as part of a clincal trial| or in combination with a targeted therapy or biological therapy treatment. If you are, your GP should talk to you about the drugs you might have. We have more information about individual chemotherapy drugs|.
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.