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Current Realities of Wilms Tumor Burden and Therapy in Ghana

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This study examines the 44% two-year disease-free survival rate for Wilms tumor in Ghana (2005-2014), significantly lower than high-income countries. Researchers investigate social determinants contributing to preventable pediatric cancer deaths in resource-limited African healthcare settings.

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Between 2005 and 2014, Ghana's Wilms tumor (WT) 2-year disease-free survival of 44% trailed behind that of high-income countries. This study aimed to uncover social determinants of health leading to preventable WT death in Ghana.

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