Mesoblastic nephroma of infancy

Abstract

This report presents features of mesoblastic nephroma, a rare benign tumor of kidney observed in perinatal period of life and highlights the role of imaging investigations in the proper management of this tumor. Awareness of this tumor may facilitate prevention and management of severe obstetric and neonatal complications and inadvertent and vigorous therapy compatible with that of Wilms' tumor can be avoided.

Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma

“…The biological behavior and prognosis after complete tumor removal are excellent. 3 Presented is a new case of cellular CMN diagnosed by antenatal sonography.…”