Blue light cystoscopy reduces bladder cancer recurrence risk by 38% compared to white light cystoscopy, as shown in the BRAVO study. The BRAVO study used real-world data from 626 veterans, confirming ...

(StatePoint) When John noticed blood in his urine, he consulted his doctor and was quickly referred to a urologist. (John is a composite character, based on the experiences of real-life patients.) ...

A simple urine test can more than halve the number of cystoscopies necessary to follow up high-risk bladder cancer patients, new research has found. Cystoscopies involve inserting a flexible probe ...

Cystoscopy without the aid of urinary markers is the most cost-effective strategy for detecting recurrence of non-invasive bladder cancer, according to researchers. In a study that examined five ...

A new urine test could spare bladder cancer survivors from a painful follow-up procedure needed to ensure their cancer hasn't come back, researchers report. People who've gotten surgery for high-risk ...

These differences remained significant beyond the initial 90 days, indicating durable diagnostic sensitivity and facilitating earlier, risk-appropriate treatment decisions, which supports broader ...

Most people with bladder cancer begin treatment by having surgery to remove their cancer. If bladder cancer has spread beyond your bladder, you might have chemotherapy first. This can help treat ...

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 ...

Patients and urologists are not always aligned on what the treatment experience will be li ...

Your GP can do a quick test to see if there is any blood in your urine. They dip a testing stick into a fresh sample of your urine. They might send a sample of your urine to the laboratory. This can ...

There 's one bladder cancer symptom that commonly triggers a visit to the doctor. One survivor shares the sign that helped him catch it at an early stage: "This is a fight you can win." ...