Abstract:Introduction/Objective: Extrarenal Wilms' tumor (ERWT) comprises 0.5% to 1% of all nephroblastoma cases. The most common locations of ERWT are the retroperitoneum, inguinal, lumbosacral and pelvic region, female genital organs, mediastinum and chest wall, spermatic cord and paratesticular region. ERWT most likely originates from the ectopic nephrogenic rest that undergoes a malignant transformation. The exclusion of primary renal tumor is necessary to establish the diagnosis of ERWT. Patient Review: A 15-month… Show more
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