Wilms Tumor

Wilms tumor (also called Wilms’ tumor or nephroblastoma) is a type of childhood cancer that starts in the kidneys. It is the most common type of kidney cancer in children. About 9 of 10 kidney cancers in children are Wilms tumors. Cancer starts when cells in the body begin to grow out of control. But most children with Wilms’ tumor experience one or more of these signs and symptoms: An abdominal mass you can feel. Abdominal swelling. Abdominal pain. Other signs and symptoms may include: Fever, Blood in the urine, Nausea or vomiting or both, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Shortness of breath, High blood pressure.

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