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Wilms tumor is a rare type of kidney cancer that affects children. It develops from cells that should form the kidneys and is usually found in only one kidney by age 3-4. Common signs include an abdominal mass, swelling, pain, fever, blood in urine, nausea or vomiting. While the cause is often unknown, genetic syndromes or birth defects can increase risk. Treatment involves surgery to remove the affected kidney along with chemotherapy and sometimes radiation therapy. With treatment, most children with Wilms

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BiancaGabatinoAbarca

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