Adult Wilms' tumour

Wilms' tumour is most common malignant renal tumour of childhood. Rarely, it may be seen in the adults. We report a 35 year old male presenting with flank pain. Abdominal CT scan revealed a right renal mass and a clinical diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma was made. Nephrectomy was performed, and a final diagnosis of adult Wilms' tumour was made. This case in being reported on account ot its rarity. Pertinent literature is being reviewed.

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