Management of Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor of the Kidney with Inferior Vena Cava Thrombus

We report a case of a primary renal PNET with extensive tumor thrombus into the inferior vena cava, and lung metastasis in a pediatric patient, and its successful management. Our 14-year-old patient with renal PNET was managed with radical nephrectomy, thrombectomy and chemotherapy and remains disease free to date. The diagnosis of renal PNETs should be considered in young adult patients who present with aggressive renal masses at initial presentations. Despite its aggressive nature, good outcomes can be achieved by a multimodality therapeutic strategy.Curr Urol 2015;9:47-50
Source: Current Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research