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Wilms Tumor

Health Encyclopedia: Wilms' Tumor

Alternative Names

Nephroblastoma; Kidney tumor


Prevention

For children with a known high risk of Wilms tumor, screening with ultrasound of the kidneys may be recommended.


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Health Guide

Wilms' tumor
.........occur in about 1 out of 200,000 to 250,000 children. The peak time of occurrence is at 3 years old, and Wilms tumor is rare after the age of 8 years. Read more »
Wilms' tumor
...blood pressure and kidney damage may occur as the result of the tumor or its treatment. Removal of Wilms tumor that is present in both kidneys may leave the patient with borderline kidney... Read more »
Wilms' tumor
...this disease. A missing iris of the eye (aniridia) is a birth defect that is sometimes associated with Wilms tumor. CAUTION: Avoid palpation (prodding or pushing) of the abdomen, and use care... Read more »
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