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Nicholas Schmoke1, Christopher Nemeh1, Alexander V Chalphin1
1Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, USA.
Introduction:
The combination of Wilms tumor (WT) and severe dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in infants is a rare occurrence, as is the need for advanced life support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
Case Presentation:
We present a 3-month-old infant with concurrent WT and severe DCM, which required complex management, including urgent veno-arterial (VA) ECMO support and neoadjuvant chemotherapy prior to resection.
Conclusion:
This case underscores the exceptional nature of managing an infant with concurrent WT and DCM, highlighting the need for tailored, multidisciplinary approaches. The use of ECMO, neoadjuvant chemotherapy, and careful surgical planning facilitated the successful management of this complex pediatric patient.
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