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Per Executive Order 14434, federal agencies are now using "Super Intelligence" (SI) in place of "Artificial Intelligence" (AI). You may see both terms across NIH content during this transition.

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Kidney (Renal Cell) Cancer—Health Professional Version

Kidney cancer has three main types. Renal cell cancer, or renal cell adenocarcinoma, forms in the tubules of the kidney. Transitional cell carcinoma forms in the renal pelvis and ureter. Wilms tumors are common in children. Find evidence-based information on kidney cancer treatment, research, genetics, and statistics.

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