Wilms' tumor: Difference between revisions
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*Arises from persistent embryonal renal cells | *Arises from persistent embryonal renal cells | ||
*10-15% will have mets at presentatio (lungs) | *10-15% will have mets at presentatio (lungs) | ||
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==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
*Abdominal swelling/mass | *Abdominal swelling/mass | ||
Revision as of 18:39, 13 August 2013
Background
- Affects children <10yr
- Arises from persistent embryonal renal cells
- 10-15% will have mets at presentatio (lungs)
Diagnosis
- Abdominal swelling/mass
- Avoid vigorous palpation to prevent capsular rupture
- Pt often appears well
Work-Up
- UTZ or CT
- CBC, chemistry, LFT, coags
Disposition
Admission
Source
Tintinalli