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Fulguration

Source: Transitional Cell Cancer of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 16, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment Option Overview for Transitional Cell Cancer of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter / New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.

Fulguration is a surgical procedure that destroys tissue using an electric current. A tool with a small wire loop on the end is used to remove the cancer or to burn away the tumor with electricity.

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