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wilms' tumor

 

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Noun wilms' tumor has 1 sense
  1. Wilms' tumor, Wilms tumour, adenomyosarcoma, nephroblastoma, embryoma of the kidney - malignant renal tumor of young children characterized by hypertension and blood in the urine and the presence of a palpable mass
    --1 is a kind of sarcoma

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Wilms Tumor

Description:

Wilms tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, is a rare type of kidney cancer that primarily affects children. It is named after Dr. Max Wilms, the German surgeon who first identified the tumor in the late 19th century. Wilms tumor typically occurs in children aged 3 to 4 years.

Sample Sentences:

1. The child was diagnosed with Wilms tumor, and immediate medical intervention was initiated.

2. The surgeon successfully removed the Wilms tumor in a delicate operation.

3. Regular check-ups are essential to monitor for any recurrence of Wilms tumor.

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