Lipoblastoma of kidney in a child

J Pediatr Surg. 2006 Jul;41(7):e29-30. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2006.03.055.

Abstract

This report describes a very rare case of lipoblastoma of a kidney affecting a small child. A 2-year-old boy was admitted for a palpable mass in the right abdominal quadrant. A preoperative examination revealed a tumor of uncertain origin. A simple nephrectomy was performed. Postoperative histologic examination confirmed lipoblastoma of the kidney. No other therapy was necessary. The child is well, without any sign of the disease 9 years after the tumor removal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Humans
  • Kidney Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Kidney Neoplasms / surgery
  • Male
  • Nephrectomy