Evidence-based Treatments
Bladder cancer arises when abnormal cells develop into one or more tumors within the bladder. It manifests in two main forms: non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) and muscle invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). NMIBC grows within the thin layer of tissue lining the bladder without infiltrating the bladder muscle or spreading beyond. MIBC denotes a more advanced stage where cancer has penetrated the bladder wall’s muscle layer.
When it comes to treating bladder cancer, treatment is highly dependent on risk. Our evidence-based treatments weigh key factors like the stage of your cancer, how much it’s grown, and your overall health and age.
Your urologist will stage and grade your cancer to get a clear picture of your care plan. Based on your unique situation and risk level – whether it’s low, intermediate, or high – we’ll develop a plan to manage your care. We’ll walk you through every decision with professionalism and care, ensuring you’re in the best hands every step of the way.
Our Bladder Cancer Instillation pharmaceuticals include:
Adstiladrin
BCG
Docetaxel
Gemcitabine
Valrubicin
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Bladder cancer can manifest through several signs and symptoms. Hematuria, characterized by the presence of blood in urine, often results in a vivid red or cola-colored appearance, though occasionally, blood may not be visibly apparent and is only detected through laboratory analysis.
Individuals with bladder cancer may also experience increased frequency or urgency of urination, accompanied by discomfort or pain during voiding. Furthermore, back pain may also be indicative of bladder cancer in some cases. Prompt consultation with a healthcare provider upon noticing these symptoms is essential for timely diagnosis and appropriate management.
DISCLAIMER: The symptoms listed are for informational purposes only and do not necessarily indicate the presence of a specific medical condition. It is important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Any decision regarding medical care should be made in consultation with your healthcare provider based on individual circumstances and medical history.
Our urologists expertly diagnose and treat the full spectrum of urology conditions. Beyond their expertise, open communication and empathy guide our approach to patient care.
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In general, we believe that it is important for family members to be able to be present as much as possible in the preop and recovery phases of care. Patient safety, visitor safety, patient privacy and confidentiality are also important, so we entrust this to the discretion of our nursing staff. In general, we ask that no more than two family members/visitors be present to accompany a patient.
Minor/pediatric patients are required to have a responsible adult in the center with them at all times.
We do request that, whenever possible, your escort remain at the center until you are ready to leave. It is acceptable if they have a short errand to make and will return immediately prior to you being ready for discharge. If your driver leaves the center, we must have a phone number to reach them.
If you are having general anesthesia, we will request that you remove your dentures just prior to going into the operating room. They will be given back to you as soon as you are awake. This is due to the possibility of bending or breaking during your procedure when you will not be able to protect the dentures. If you are having only topical anesthesia, you may keep your dentures intact.
Please call our preadmission nurse at 402-421-8899 to discuss your procedure and current illness or symptoms. Our nurse will work closely with your surgeon to determine if there is a need to reschedule.
Your ability to return to work will be determined by your surgeon. You are encouraged to discuss them with him/her at your appointment. If needed, a release can be provided to you for the day of the procedure and FMLA/disability forms can be completed by clinic personnel. There is a nominal fee, and it may take up to 1 week for completion.
We do advise that you have someone available to drive you in some cases. If you are receiving general or moderate/IV anesthesia or if you take sedating medication, you must have a driver for your safety. For procedures that are scheduled without anesthesia (i.e. cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, vasectomy, etc.) you may drive yourself as long as you feel comfortable doing so.
Depending on your procedure and overall health, you may need pre-operative testing and/or an appointment with a primary provider to ensure that you are healthy and safe to undergo a procedure. This will be determined by your surgery and anesthesiologist prior to surgery.