Cystic nephroma

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Cystic nephroma
Synonyms	Multilocular cystic nephroma
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Abdominal pain, hematuria, palpable abdominal mass
Complications	Hypertension, renal impairment
Onset	Can occur at any age, but often seen in children and middle-aged adults
Duration	Chronic
Types	Benign
Causes	Unknown
Risks	Genetic predisposition, family history
Diagnosis	Ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, histopathology
Differential diagnosis	Wilms' tumor, multilocular cystic renal cell carcinoma
Prevention	None known
Treatment	Surgical resection
Medication	None specific
Prognosis	Excellent with surgical treatment
Frequency	Rare
Deaths	N/A

Cystic nephroma is a rare, benign kidney tumor that is characterized by multiple cysts of varying sizes. It is also known as multilocular cystic nephroma. This condition is usually diagnosed in children, but it can also occur in adults. The cause of cystic nephroma is unknown.

Symptoms

The symptoms of cystic nephroma may vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Some people with this condition may not have any symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may include:

• Abdominal pain
• Hematuria (blood in the urine)
• A palpable abdominal mass
• Fever
• Weight loss

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of cystic nephroma is usually made based on imaging studies such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). A biopsy of the tumor may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

The treatment for cystic nephroma is usually surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, partial or total nephrectomy (removal of the kidney) may be necessary. After surgery, regular follow-up is important to monitor for any signs of recurrence.

Prognosis

The prognosis for cystic nephroma is generally good, as this tumor is benign and does not spread to other parts of the body. However, recurrence can occur, so regular follow-up is important.

Cystic nephroma gallery

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  Cystic nephroma high magnification
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  Renal tumors by relative incidence and prognosis
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  Cystic nephroma intermediate magnification

See also

• Kidney tumor
• Renal cyst
• Nephrectomy