Wilms' tumour, also known as nephroblastoma, is an embryonal malignant tumour of the kidney. It is the most commonly occurring solid tumour in children, excluding brain tumours. [1][2][3] The aetiology of Wilms' tumour is still poorly understood, although a number of associated genes and loci have been identified. 4,5 The genetic changes in Wilms' tumours are diverse and involve approximately 40 genes. 6 Genes that have been previously implicated include WT1,
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