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Treatment options
Source: Wilms Tumor (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: May 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Types of treatment for Wilms tumor
There are different types of treatment for children and adolescents with Wilms tumor. You and your child's care team will work together to decide treatment. Many factors will be considered, such as:
your child's overall health
the stage of your child's tumor
the histology (favorable or anaplastic)
the risk of cancer coming back after treatment
whether the cancer has spread to other areas in the body
whether both kidneys have cancer
whether your child has an inherited cancer syndrome
whether the cancer is newly diagnosed or has come back
The goal of treatment is to kill the cancer cells and decrease the risk of late effects from treatment.
Your child's treatment plan will include information about the cancer, the goals of treatment, treatment options, and possible side effects. It will be helpful to talk with your child's care team before treatment begins about what to expect. For help every step of the way, visit our booklet, Children with Cancer: A Guide for Parents.
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Types of treatment your child might have include:
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