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Adult Wilms' tumor
1Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China.
Journal of Surgical Oncology
|December 1, 1988
Summary
This study reports two adult Wilms' tumor cases. Surgery is the primary treatment for early-stage tumors, while chemotherapy and radiation may be needed for advanced stages or aggressive cancer.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Wilms' tumor is a rare kidney cancer primarily affecting children.
- Adult Wilms' tumor is exceptionally uncommon, with limited documented cases.
- Understanding treatment nuances in adult patients is crucial due to rarity.