Childhood Malignant Kidney Neoplasm C4086162
A general term for cancerous kidney tumors occurring in children, including types like Wilms tumor and renal cell carcinoma. Treatment depends on the specific cancer type and may include surgery and chemotherapy.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- C80.1
- ICD-11
- 2A00.0
- Body system
- oncologic
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(oncologic)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Hematuria
(genitourinary)Weight loss
(constitutional)Fever
(constitutional)Hypertension
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Complete Tumor Resection
Aggressive surgical removal of malignant kidney neoplasms with wide margins when feasible, potentially including removal of adjacent involved structures and metastatic deposits.
Pharmacological management with first-line agents
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Multi-Modality Chemotherapy
Aggressive chemotherapy protocols combining multiple cytotoxic agents to treat high-grade malignant kidney neoplasms, often administered in intensive cycles with supportive care.
Additional treatment options
Metastasectomy
Surgical removal of metastatic tumor deposits, particularly in lungs or liver, which may improve survival in selected patients with isolated metastatic progression.
procedureIntegrative Supportive Care
Complementary approaches including acupuncture for symptom management, massage therapy for comfort, and herbal supplements under strict medical supervision to support conventional treatment.
complementaryFamily-Centered Psychosocial Intervention
Intensive psychological support addressing the significant emotional burden of aggressive malignant kidney disease, including trauma-informed care, support groups, and palliative care integration.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Kearns PR, et al. SIOP-RTSG and COG protocols for the management of Wilms tumor and other pediatric renal malignancies. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2022.
Schnackers M, et al. Update on pediatric renal tumors: from histology to molecular classification. J Clin Oncol. 2021.
Ewaschuk EJ, et al. Prognostic factors and survival outcomes in children with renal tumors: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Cancer Treat Rev. 2020.
Dix DB, et al. Intensified chemotherapy for high-risk Wilms tumor: results from the AREN0534 study. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2023.
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