​Bladder cancer treatment
Are you experiencing painful urination, persistent pelvic pain, or noticing blood in your urine? These could be signs of bladder cancer. Visit Sioufi Urology for a consultation with our specialists to address your concerns, perform a diagnosis, and provide advice on the best treatment options for your circumstances.
Overview of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers, affecting men more frequently than women and typically occurring in older adults. Early detection and treatment significantly improve the prognosis. While it usually starts in the bladder, it can also affect the urinary tract, including the kidneys and urethra.
Causes and risk factors for bladder cancer
Bladder cancer occurs when bladder cells grow abnormally, forming tumors. Common causes and risk factors include:
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Smoking and Tobacco Use
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Chemical Exposure
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Past Radiation Exposure
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Chronic Bladder Inflammation
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Age and Gender: More common in older men
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Family History: Genetic predisposition
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Tabagisme et consommation de tabac
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Exposition à des produits chimiques
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Exposition passée aux radiations
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Inflammation chronique de la vessie
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Âge et sexe : plus fréquent chez les hommes âgés
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Antécédents familiaux : prédisposition génétique
Cancer diagnosis
of the bladder
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Medical history and physical examination : including vaginal or rectal examinations.
Urine tests : to detect blood or abnormal cells (urinary cytology).
Cystoscopy : a thin, lighted tool for examining the bladder and taking tissue samples.
Imaging tests : abdominal and pelvic CT scan (pyeloscan), abdominal and pelvic ultrasound or retrograde pyelogram to examine the structures of the urinary tract.
The diagnosis involves several steps:
Bladder cancer treatment
Treatment options depend on the stage of the cancer and may include:
Surgery
to remove cancerous tissue.
Radiotherapy
to target cancer cells.
Intravesical chemotherapy or immunotherapy
for non-muscle invasive cancers.
Chemotherapy
to kill or reduce cancer cells.
Bladder cancer can recur, so regular follow-ups are crucial for
early detection of new tumors.
