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Overview
Wilms tumour is a rare kidney cancer that primarily affects children, often presenting as an abdominal mass.
Symptoms
Abdominal swelling or mass Pain in the abdomen Fever Blood in urine Nausea or loss of appetite
Causes
Genetic mutations affecting kidney cell growth Congenital syndromes like WAGR or Denys-Drash
Diagnosis
Abdominal ultrasound or CT scan Urine and blood tests Biopsy to confirm tumor type
Treatment
Surgery to remove affected kidney Chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy Follow-up monitoring for recurrence