Bladder cancer Flashcards

(8 cards)

1
Q

what type of cancer is most common in the bladder

A

TCC

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2
Q

give three risk factors for TCC of the bladder

A

smoking
aromatic hydrocarbons
carcinogen exposure

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3
Q

give twp risk factors for SCC of the bladder

A

chronic inflammation

schistomiasis

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4
Q

what gender is most commonly affected by SCC

A

male

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5
Q

what is the most common presenting symptom of bladder cancer

A

visible painless haematuria

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6
Q

what are some less common symptoms of bladder cancer

A

microscopic haematuria
storage related LUTS
mass

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7
Q

how do you manage non-invasive bladder cancer

A

TURBT + chemo

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8
Q

how do you manage invasive bladder cancer

A

radical cystectomy

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