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Malignant nephroblastoma in Macaca fascicularis.

B T Bennett, F Z Beluhan, T J Welsh

    Laboratory Animal Science
    |August 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    A rare malignant nephroblastoma was found in a young Macaca fascicularis monkey. The tumor

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    Area of Science:

    • Comparative Pathology
    • Primate Oncology
    • Nephroblastoma Research

    Background:

    • Nephroblastoma, a pediatric kidney cancer, is typically studied in humans.
    • Understanding its occurrence in non-human primates can offer insights into disease mechanisms.

    Observation:

    • A 4.5-month-old female Macaca fascicularis presented with a malignant nephroblastoma.
    • The case involved detailed analysis of clinical history, gross pathology, and microscopic findings.

    Findings:

    • The primate nephroblastoma exhibited characteristics analogous to human cases.
    • Pulmonary metastasis was observed, mirroring patterns seen in human pediatric patients.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights Macaca fascicularis as a potential model for studying nephroblastoma.
    • Further research could elucidate shared oncogenic pathways between primates and humans.
    • Findings may inform diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for pediatric kidney tumors.

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