What is Bladder Cancer Surgery?
Bladder cancer surgery includes procedures performed to remove bladder tumors and prevent the spread or recurrence of cancer.
Depending on the stage and location of the tumor, treatment options range from minimally invasive tumor removal (TURBT) to partial or complete removal of the bladder (Cystectomy).
The goal is to eliminate cancer cells, protect kidney function, and ensure long-term survival.
Why is Bladder Cancer Surgery Needed?
Surgery is typically recommended for:
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Non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer (superficial tumors)
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Muscle-invasive bladder cancer requiring deeper resection
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Recurrent bladder tumors
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Large tumors that cannot be treated with intravesical therapies alone
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Tumors causing bleeding, pain, or urinary obstruction
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High-grade or aggressive cancers
Early and appropriate surgical treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
