Etymed
wilms tumor
Definition
A malignant tumor of the kidney, especially in children, named after Dr. Edwin Wilms who first described it in 1891
Clinical context
A 5-year-old child presents with abdominal distension and a palpable mass in the right upper quadrant. The patient has no family history of cancer but presents with hematuria and hypertension. Imaging reveals a large renal mass. Physical examination shows the tumor to be large and non-tender. The most likely diagnosis is Wilms tumor, a malignant renal neoplasm that typically affects children.
Mnemonic
Wilm's tumor = 'Wimpy' kid with 'Wilms' tumor - Think 'Wimpy' child with abdominal mass