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Immunotherapy

Source: Kidney Cancer in Children (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 13, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Types of treatment for kidney cancer in children / Treatment options

Immunotherapy uses your child’s immune system to fight cancer. Immunotherapy that may be used to treat kidney cancer in children includes interleukin-2 (IL-2).

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To learn more about immunotherapy, visit Immunotherapy to Treat Cancer.

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