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Wilms' tumor

Definition

Wilm's tumor is a rare type of kidney cancer. It causes a tumor in one or both kidneys. It usually affects children, but can happen in adults.

Causes and Risk Factors

Common causes are:

1. Certain genetic condition

2. Birth defects

3. Children that are at risk until they turn eight

Signs and Symptoms

Common symptoms include:

1. Lump in the abdomen

2. Blood in the urine

3. Fever

Investigations

Your doctor may ask you to get tests which:

1. Examine the kidney

2. Blood tests

Treatment

Treatments include:

1. Chemotherapy

2. Radiation

3. Biologic therapies

NIH: National Cancer Institute

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