[Clear cell carcinoma of the kidney in an 8-year-old boy]

The case of clear cell carcinoma of the kidney in an 8-year-old boy is presented. The boy initially presented with hematuria and diagnosis of tumor of the right kidney was based upon IVP. Chemotherapy was started due to suspicion of Wilms' tumor (vincristine and actinomycin), and subsequently the child underwent surgery. Microscopic examination revealed the presence of clear cell carcinoma of the kidney. Chemotherapy was continued after surgery and radiation therapy was applied to the tumor bed. Presently, after 17 years follow-up the patient remains with no evidence of disease.