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Treatment of rhabdoid tumor of the kidney

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

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

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There is no standard treatment for rhabdoid tumor of the kidney. Treatment may include:

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a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy

high-dose chemotherapy with or without stem cell transplant

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Learn more about these treatments in the Types of treatment section.

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If the cancer comes back after treatment, your child's doctor will talk with you about what to expect and possible next steps. There might be treatment options that may shrink the cancer or control its growth. If there are no treatments, your child can receive care to control symptoms from cancer so they can be as comfortable as possible.

Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice