The 2014 European Association of Urology (EAU) Guidelines on Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) provide an updated evidence-based framework for the management of RCC. The guidelines were developed by a multidisciplinary panel using robust, transparent, reproducible, and reliable methodologies, including systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses. The panel prioritized topics such as percutaneous biopsy of renal masses, treatment of localized RCC, lymph node dissection, management of venous thrombus, systemic therapy, and local treatment of metastases. The guidelines cover epidemiology, diagnosis, staging, classification, prognostic factors, treatment options, and surveillance following nephrectomy or ablative therapies. Key recommendations include the use of partial nephrectomy over radical nephrectomy for localized RCC, the role of embolization and surveillance in specific patient populations, and the importance of risk stratification in determining treatment strategies. The guidelines aim to enhance the quality of care and improve patient outcomes in RCC management.The 2014 European Association of Urology (EAU) Guidelines on Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) provide an updated evidence-based framework for the management of RCC. The guidelines were developed by a multidisciplinary panel using robust, transparent, reproducible, and reliable methodologies, including systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses. The panel prioritized topics such as percutaneous biopsy of renal masses, treatment of localized RCC, lymph node dissection, management of venous thrombus, systemic therapy, and local treatment of metastases. The guidelines cover epidemiology, diagnosis, staging, classification, prognostic factors, treatment options, and surveillance following nephrectomy or ablative therapies. Key recommendations include the use of partial nephrectomy over radical nephrectomy for localized RCC, the role of embolization and surveillance in specific patient populations, and the importance of risk stratification in determining treatment strategies. The guidelines aim to enhance the quality of care and improve patient outcomes in RCC management.