Bladder Cancer: Diagnosis and Clinical Management

Bladder cancer is referred to as a form of cancer which develops in the bladder cells. The bladder is a hollow muscular organ in the human body that retains urine in the lower belly. Bladder cancer typically starts in the urothelial cells that line the inner part of the bladder. There are various signs and symptoms of bladder cancer such as painful urination, blood in urine, back pain and frequent urination. Chronic bladder inflammation, smoking, family or personal history of cancer and increasing age are risk factors for bladder cancer. The most common method of diagnosis is cystoscopy with tissue biopsies. Treatment for bladder cancer includes intravesical therapy, surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. It can be prevented by quitting smoking and taking a diet which is rich in vegetables and proteins. This book elucidates the innovative models around prospective developments with respect to the study of bladder cancer. Such selected concepts that redefine the diagnosis and clinical management of bladder cancer have been presented herein. Those with an interest in this disease would find this book helpful.