Wilms' tumor
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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