Abstract
Wilms’ tumour commonly presents with an abdominal mass and gross haematuria. Here, we present the novel application of paediatric renal arterial embolisation to control life-threatening haematuria in Wilms’ tumour.
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The authors wish to thank Miss Jenny Walker, Consultant Paediatric Surgeon and member of the UKCCSG Wilms’ tumour working group for helpful discussion on patient management.
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Smith, N.P., Jesudason, E.C., McDowell, H.P. et al. Emergent embolisation to control severe haematuria in Wilms’ tumour. Ped Surgery Int 21, 313–315 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00383-005-1402-0
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