When it comes to bladder cancer, it’s important to note the differences between muscle-invasive and non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, as it can affect the staging of the cancer. The “stage” (spread) ...

The extent of the bladder cancer — how far it has spread — matters. Your care team needs to know if your cancer sits on or in the first lining of your bladder (non-muscle invasive), if it goes into ...

Accurate documentation of lesions during transurethral resection of bladder tumors (TURBT) is essential for precise diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care. However, optimizing schematic ...

Radical cystectomy, or complete bladder removal, remains the standard and most effective surgery for muscle‑invasive bladder ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m a 68-year-old man in relatively good health. I am an ex-smoker but quit the habit years ago. Last week, I was diagnosed with early stage bladder cancer. Is it true that my ...

Treatments for bladder cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Newer treatment options include immunotherapy and targeted therapy. Doctors may administer medications directly into ...