What are rhabdoid tumors?

Also known as: malignant rhabdoid tumor, MRT

A rhabdoid tumor is a fast-growing cancer that most commonly affects infants and young children. This rare cancer most frequently develops in the body’s soft tissues, the kidneys or the brain and spinal cord.

Reviewed by: Maggie Fader, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM

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