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| wilms tumor |
A malignant kidney tumor, caused by the uncontrolled multiplication of renal stem (blastemal), stromal, and epithelial elements. However, not all three are present in every case. Several genes or chromosomal areas have been associated with Wilms tumor which is usually found in childhood as a firm lump in a child's side or abdomen. [ Articles | Books | Images | Discussion groups ] |
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Additional comments : (Nephroblastoma) |
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