Malignant rhabdoid tumors: An aggressive malignant tumor that occurs in children. Symptoms depend on the location of the tumor. The tumors often form in the kidneys and then tend to metastasize to the brain and sometimes the lungs. Symptoms will vary depending on the location of the tumor. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Malignant rhabdoid tumors is available below.
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Prognosis for Malignant rhabdoid tumors: These tumors are very aggressive and thus the prognosis is usually poor.
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Ophanet, a consortium of European partners,
currently defines a condition rare when it affects 1 person per 2,000.
They list Malignant rhabdoid tumors as a "rare disease".
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