DHPLN

Definition / meaning of DHPLN

A childhood condition in which abnormal tissue grows on the outer part of one or both kidneys. DHPLN usually develops into Wilms tumor (a type of childhood kidney cancer) if not treated. Also called diffuse hyperplastic perilobar nephroblastomatosis.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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