Transitional cell carcinoma surgery

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

SURGERY

Surgery for bladder cancer includes:

• Transurethral resection of the bladder (TURB): Cancerous bladder tissue is removed through the urethra.

Partial or complete removal of the bladder: Many people with stage II or III bladder cancer may need to have their bladder removed (radical cystectomy). Sometimes only part of the bladder is removed. Radiation and chemotherapy is usually given after this surgery. Surgery may also be done to help your body drain urine after the bladder is removed. This may include: