Biography
Biography: Abdullah Alwabari
Abstract
Wilms tumor is the second commonest extra cranial tumor. The incidence is estimated to be 7 million. The mean age of presentation is 36 months. It has tendency to invade vessels in 4 to 10%. It usually presents with painless abdominal mass. Treatment has been standardized. We present two cases of Wilms tumor with ICV (inferior vena cava) tumor thrombus stressing the preoperative treatment and detailed surgical approach and postoperative care. This study is to draw the attention of pediatric surgeons and oncologist to the importance of early recognition and special management.