Abstract
Three cases of cystic partially differentiated nephroblastoma (CPDN) are presented and ten cases from literature are reviewed. CPDN has been designated by various terms; it is a cystic encapsulated tumor occurring before 2 years of age. Cysts are lined by epithelium; septa of the cysts show a mixture of partially differentiated and undifferentiated metanephrogenic blastema. This histologic feature distinguishes CPDN from multilocular cyst of kidney. In seven cases simple nephrectomy, and in remaining cases nephrectomy with radiation and/or chemotherapy, had been the treatment. The disease-free interval ranged from 5 to 72 months, without reports of recurrence or metastasis. CPDN appears to take a benign course and simple nephrectomy seems to be the treatemtn of choice. However, in view of the possibility of recurrence as shown in rare instances by congenital mesoblastic nephroma, another less aggressive lesion in the spectrum of infantile renal neoplasia, regular follow up is recommended.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
