Scientists Home In On Origins Of Childhood Kidney Cancer Dec 3, 2008
25, 2008) Physicians have demonstrated that children with bilateral Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidneys, can retain normal function in both kidneys by undergoing a procedure called bilateral nephron-sparing ... 8, 2007) Researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center have discovered a novel gene mutation associated with Wilms tumor, the most common pediatric kidney cancer. (Science Daily)
Does Santa need more elves? Dec 3, 2008
The drive is held in honor of Christiansen who has battled Wilms tumor, a form of childhood cancer, since he was 2 years old. The toys are delivered to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Children s Hospital of Iowa where Cameron has received treatment. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Lonedell Family Fights Together After Cancer Diagnosis Oct 4, 2008
Julie Brinkmann Hudson had three healthy boys, two of whom were getting ready for the start of school. The baby of the bunch, 3-year-old Eddie Beltrami, was his usual rambunctious happy self. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Research Suggests Doctors Should Consider Kidney-sparing Surgery Oct 3, 2008
25, 2008) Physicians have demonstrated that children with bilateral Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidneys, can retain normal function in both kidneys by undergoing a procedure called bilateral nephron-sparing. (July 1, 2004) A study of patients with kidney cancer has shown that radiofrequency ablation, a minimally invasive, kidney-sparing procedure, can be a successful treatment option for patients whose cancer has not. (Science Daily)
Island Images Sep 9, 2008
Jace has been undergoing treatment for a bilateral Wilms tumor. The benefit event coincided with National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this month and brought attention to HCCF's programs, which primarily provides financial assistance to families who have children with cancer. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Low Levels Of Brain Chemical May Lead To Obesity Aug 29, 2008
These include Wilms tumor, a tumor of the kidneys; aniridia, absence of the iris, in the eye; genital and urinary tract abnormalities; and mental retardation. WAGR syndrome occurs in one out of every 500,000 to 1 million persons. (Science Daily)
Study finds brain chemical underpinning human obesity Aug 28, 2008
BEIJING, Aug. 28 (Xinhuanet) -- Researchers have identified a brain chemical that is involved in controlling appetite and obesity -- a finding that could lead to develop treatments to help people with obesity, according to Thursday's New England Journal of Medicine. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) was pointed to be important in energy homeostasis in animal, as it helps regulate appetite and weight, but little was known about its role in energy balance in humans. (Xinhuanet, China)
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Obesity in WAGR Syndrome Aug 28, 2008
NEJM -- Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Obesity in the WAGR Syndrome. Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor and Obesity in the WAGR Syndrome. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Prices for some drugs skyrocket Aug 8, 2008
Search hundreds of franchises and business opportunities to find the one that is right for you. Quick Request Form: Request information from your favorite franchises and business opportunities. (USA Today -- Money)
One-Fifth of British Childhood Cancer Survivors Smoke Aug 8, 2008
Study finds despite hazards, many put themselves at increased risk for second malignancies. Wednesday, August 6, 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
One Fifth Of British Adult Survivors Of Childhood Cancer Smoke Despite Hazards Aug 5, 2008
When the researchers analyzed the responses by tumor site, they found that survivors of central nervous system cancers or heritable retinoblastoma were least likely to smoke, while survivors of Wilms tumor, Hodgkin lymphoma, or soft tissue sarcomas were most likely to report being a regular current smoker ... The relatively high rate of smoking in survivors of Wilms tumor, Hodgkin lymphoma, and soft tissue sarcomas is concerning because previous research suggests that these survivors are at a... (Science Daily)
Facts of (Relay for) Life - The race is not yet won Jun 19, 2008
There are Leukemia, Brain, Neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma just to name a few of the childhood cancers. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in children, exceeded only by accidents. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Baby battles rare kidney cancer May 31, 2008
It became far from routine when a lump in his abdomen was diagnosed as a malignant Wilms tumor, a rare form of kidney cancer ... The American Cancer Association defines Wilms tumor as the most common type of kidney cancer that affects children. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Memorial funds new scientist May 16, 2008
Kurt and Brenda Potach lost their 4-year-old son to a rare cancer called Wilms Tumor in 1997 and the money will go toward the hiring of a scientist to work specifically on that cancer ... Potach, his family, and other supporters donated 10,000 from the Karl Potach Foundation to the Hormel Institute to fund a new scientist who will research the rare Wilms Tumor, which took Karl s life in 1997 ... Dong eventually approached the family with the idea of a scientist focused solely on Wilms Tumor. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Wishes do come true May 12, 2008
Aimee was diagnosed with a Wilms tumor, a cancerous tumor that usually affects children before the age of 7 ... According to the U.S. Library of Medicine with Treatment, Wilms tumor has a high cure rate ... Wilms tumor is one of the most common childhood tumors of the abdomen, and the most common type of kidney tumor. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Cancer survivors have special reasons for 'relaying' Apr 17, 2008
"She had Wilms Tumor, a cancerous tumor that attaches itself to your kidney."The tumor started on my left kidney and was rapidly growing across my abdomen," she said.After surgery to remove the tumor and her kidney, she endured months of chemo and the awful sickness that came with it. She lost all her hair and remembers waking up each morning to see how much had fallen out during the night."I was in second grade; and without the help of a wonderful teacher, my family and friends, I wouldn't have... (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
A win for Team Carter: Fools Five walk a victory for young cancer patient and his family Apr 7, 2008
Almost a year ago, doctors found a Wilms tumor, a form of cancer, on his kidney. The decision to operate and remove the tumor, along with a kidney, was quick, and so were the actions of those closest to Carter. (Winona Daily News, MN)
New Hope For Children With Kidney Tumors Deemed Inoperable Mar 26, 2008
25, 2008) Physicians at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have demonstrated that children with bilateral Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidneys, can retain normal function in both kidneys by undergoing a procedure called bilateral nephron-sparing surgery, even when preoperative scans suggest that the tumors are inoperable ... Between 1999 and 2006, all St. Jude patients with bilateral Wilms tumor exhibiting favorable histology (cell characteristics) underwent bilateral nephron-sparing... (Science Daily)
St. Jude study offers new hope for children with kidney tumors deemed inoperable Mar 25, 2008
Surgeons were able to save part of each kidney in patients with bilateral Wilms tumor, regardless of how the tumors appear on preoperative scans. Physicians at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have demonstrated that children with bilateral Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidneys, can retain normal function in both kidneys by undergoing a procedure called bilateral nephron-sparing surgery, even when preoperative scans suggest that the tumors are inoperable ... Between 1999 and 2006, all St.... (EurekAlert!)
CHHS student committed to fight against cancer Feb 13, 2008
When Jill Jennings was only 2 years old, she was diagnosed with a malignancy on her kidney called Wilms Tumor. After her kidney was removed, she underwent 88 weeks of chemotherapy. (Troy Messenger, AL)
A doctor's experiment Dec 24, 2007
Heal thyself: One doctor's experiment - Cancer- msnbc. $7 online stock buys. (MSNBC -- Health)
BRAVERY IS DAILY ON FIVE WOLFSON Dec 23, 2007
The types of embryonal (growth or tumor) cancer most often found in young children (leukemia, neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, retinoblastoma, ependymoma, and hepatoblastoma) are very uncommon in adolescents (ages 15-19). Cancers most often diagnosed in ages 15-19 and rarely in younger children include germ cell tumors, Hodgkins disease, and the bone cancers. (Florida Times-Union)
INNOVIVE Pharmaceuticals Presents Preliminary Data at ASH Showing INNO-305 Elicits Immune Response in Patients with Myeloid and Thoracic Neoplasms Dec 9, 2007
ATLANTA--()--INNOVIVE Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCBB:IVPH) today presented results from a pilot study examining INNO-305, a Wilms Tumor Protein (WT1) heteroclitic peptide immunotherapeutic vaccine, in patients with myeloid and thoracic neoplasms ... "Pilot Study of a Wilms Tumor Protein (WT1) Heteroclitic Peptide Vaccine in Patients with Myeloid and Thoracic Neoplasms.". (BusinessWire)
Artest's Daughter Being Treated For Cancer Dec 4, 2007
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Girl Has Wilms' Tumor In Kidney. (KCRA 3, CA)
Local child begins 2nd annual toy drive Dec 1, 2007
Cameron has been undergoing treatment for Wilms tumor, a cancerous tumor of the kidney that occurs in children, since he was 2 ... Last year at this time, Cameron was battling a third recurrence of Wilms tumor when the cancer, which can spread to other body tissues, was discovered in his liver. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Key Genetic Trigger Of Acute Myeloid Leukemia Identified Nov 29, 2007
Previously, researchers had reported that overexpression of N-Myc as a result of amplification of the N-Myc gene occurs in a variety of cancers such as neuroblastoma, a common solid tumor of childhood that arises from nervous system cells; retinoblastoma, a cancer of the eye; and Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidney. Amplification means that extra copies of the gene are present. (Science Daily)
Equestrian Team Helps Make Wish Come True Nov 20, 2007
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site. Waco 7-year-old `s wish becomes a reality at equestrian event. (Baylorbears.com)
Three-year-old facing uphill battle against Wilms' tumor Aug 17, 2007
Wilms Tumor counts for 60 percent of all childhood cancers ... It is more common among females and 78 percent of Wilms Tumor is diagnosed in children between the ages of 1 and 5 ... Three types of treatment are used for Wilms Tumor: surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
'Putting The Childhood Back In The Child' Jul 19, 2007
Suffolk Life Newspapers - 'Putting The Childhood Back In The Child. Putting The Childhood Back In The Child' By:Karen Forman 07/18/2007. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Some local owners report smoking ban hasn't affected business Jul 14, 2007
The little girl is undergoing chemotherapy for a cancerous Wilms tumor. One year after taking effect, the Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act is helping residents, employees and visitors experience significantly healthier environments. (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
A child gets a second chance Jul 12, 2007
The little girl is undergoing chemotherapy for a cancerous Wilms tumor ... On April 11, Kaitlyn was discovered to have a cancerous Wilms tumor ... Once in Denver, after undergoing more tests, the team of specialists diagnosed Kaitlyn with a Wilms tumor and scheduled surgery for the next day, April 13. (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
Baseball: BHAL steps up for player's son Jul 2, 2007
Their son, Kacey, a 4-year-old with the boundless energy of youth, was diagnosed with a Wilms tumor, a cancerous growth on his kidney that had to be operated on immediately ... One doctor thought there might be a enlargement of the liver that was causing the hard spot, before an ultrasound test found the Wilms tumor. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Childhood Cancer Survivors At Increased Risk Of Severe Health Problems As Adults Jun 27, 2007
Survivors of bone tumors most often had a high or severe burden of events (64 percent), while survivors of leukemia or Wilms tumor (tumor of the kidney) least often had a high or severe burden of events (12 percent each). "In conclusion, childhood cancer survivors are at increased risk of many severe health problems, resulting in a high burden of disease during young adulthood. This will inevitably affect the survivors' quality of life and also will ultimately reduce their life expectancy.... (Science Daily)
Oxford Biomedica and Sanofi-Aventis Report new TroVax(R) Phase II Trial Results in Renal Cancer Jun 4, 2007
- Presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting - CHICAGO, June 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Oxford BioMedica (LSE: OXB) and sanofi-aventis (EURONEXT: SAN) (NYSE: ) today announce new data from two Phase II trials of TroVax(R) in renal cancer. TroVax(R) is Oxford BioMedica's lead cancer immunotherapy product, which is being developed in collaboration with sanofi-aventis. (PR Newswire)
Relay chair has endured much May 18, 2007
In all, 10 days passed from the time we noticed firmness to Rebecca's stomach until we had the diagnosis a Wilms Tumor in the fourth stage and started chemotherapy ... Wilms Tumor often prevents the blood from clotting so it was unsafe to operate even for a central line, so for the first two months, every blood test or chemotherapy treatment required a fresh IV. ... If Wilms Tumor doesn't have a recurrence in seven years, it is regarded as cured, not just in remission. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Relays run through night Apr 15, 2007
Caroline was diagnosed with a Wilms tumor in her kidney when she was 17 months old. Tim Dixon/News Journal correspondent. (Pensacola News Journal)
Gene linked to kidney cancer identified Jan 5, 2007
Writing yesterday in the journal Science, Massachusetts General Hospital researchers said about 30 percent of cases of the cancer called Wilms tumor involve mutations in a gene called WTX on the sex-determining X chromosome. About 90 percent of childhood kidney cancer cases are Wilms tumor ... Haber said he hopes scientists can now determine whether the WTX gene can help predict the severity of a child's case of Wilms tumor to help guide treatment. (Boston Globe -- Nation)
Gene May Help Trigger Children's Kidney Cancer Jan 5, 2007
Discovery of Wilms' tumor mutation has implications for cancer research generally, experts add. By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter. (Health-Finder)
MGH Cancer Center researchers find new gene associated with Wilms tumor Jan 5, 2007
Researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Cancer Center have discovered a novel gene mutation associated with Wilms tumor, the most common pediatric kidney cancer. The newly identified gene is mutated in about 30 percent of cases of Wilms tumor and is located on the sex-determining X chromosome, which means that a single altered copy would be sufficient for tumor formation ... "It has the potential of someday being a useful prognostic marker for Wilms tumor patients, and learning... (EurekAlert!)
Scientists identify childhood cancer gene Jan 5, 2007
Writing on Thursday in the journal Science, Massachusetts General Hospital researchers said about 30 percent of cases of the cancer called Wilms tumor involve mutations in a gene called WTX located on the sex-determining X chromosome. About 90 percent of childhood kidney cancer cases are Wilms tumor ... Mr Haber said he hoped scientists can now determine whether the WTX gene can help predict the severity of a child's case of Wilms tumor to help guide treatment. (The Australian)
