Neuroblastoma

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Abdominal distension.

Patient Data

Age: 18 months
Gender: Male

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

ct

A single axial contrast-enhanced CT image through the upper abdomen demonstrates as a large retroperitoneal mass encasing the aorta and lifting it forwards. The kidney is displaced and does not demonstrate a claw sign. 

Case Discussion

These features are typical of a large neuroblastoma, which classically envelop and displace vessels, something Wilms tumors do not. 

Unfortunately, neither additional images no additional clinical information is available. 

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