How To Treat Bladder Cancer Effectively

Partial Or Radical Cystectomy

An individual who has bladder cancer may need to undergo a partial or radical cystectomy to treat their disease. A partial cystectomy is when part of the bladder is surgically removed. The partial removal is only effective for cases of bladder cancer where there is a single malignant tumor. The single tumor must be located in part of the bladder that can be removed without interfering with the normal functions of the bladder. A radical cystectomy is a surgical procedure where the bladder is entirely removed. Additionally, neighboring lymph nodes and a part of the ureters are also removed. When a radical cystectomy is performed in females, it also includes the excision of the ovaries, uterus, and part of the vagina. A radical cystectomy in males includes the excision of the seminal vesicles and prostate. This procedure is performed under general anesthesia using either a single lower abdominal incision or a series of several small incisions through which robotics are utilized to remove all or part of the bladder.

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