Understanding Wilms Tumor: Early Detection Saves Lives

# Understanding Wilms Tumor Wilms tumor (nephroblastoma) is the most common malignant renal tumor in children, typically diagnosed between ages 3-4. ## Signs and Symptoms - Abdominal mass or swelling - Abdominal pain - Blood in urine (hematuria) - Fever - High blood pressure ## Treatment Approach Modern treatment of Wilms tumor involves: - **Surgery**: Nephrectomy (removal of the affected kidney) - **Chemotherapy**: Based on tumor stage and histology - **Radiation therapy**: For advanced stages ## Survival Rates With proper treatment, the 5-year survival rate for Wilms tumor exceeds 90% in high-income countries. Our goal is to bring these outcomes to Ethiopian children.