Cystectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of the bladder. It is mainly used to treat bladder cancer that has spread into the bladder wall or to treat cancer that has come back (recurred) after treatment.
The surgery is done through a cut (incision) the doctor makes in your lower belly. Sometimes it can be done as laparoscopic surgery, which requires only small cuts. To do this type of surgery, a doctor puts a lighted tube, or scope, and other surgical tools through small cuts in your lower belly. The doctor is able to see your organs with the scope.
If you have a cystectomy, your doctor will create a new way to pass urine from your body. There are several ways this can be done, such as:
For bladder cancer that has spread to the muscle layer, radical cystectomy is the best treatment for preventing the spread or recurrence of cancer and helping people live longer.
Complications are common after a radical cystectomy. They may include short-term and longer-term problems.
These include:
These include:
A cystectomy is surgery to remove part or all of the bladder. It is mainly used to treat bladder cancer.
There are three types of surgery.
A cystectomy usually requires a hospital stay of about a week. You can expect some discomfort during the first few days after surgery. This discomfort can often be controlled with home treatment and medicine. Complete recovery usually takes 6 to 8 weeks.
If you were treated for cancer, more treatment may be needed after a radical cystectomy. This may include radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Immunotherapy may be used after a partial cystectomy for early-stage tumors.
After your treatment for bladder cancer, it's important to receive follow-up care. Your doctor will set up a regular schedule of checkups and tests.
The surgery is done through a cut (incision) the doctor makes in your lower belly. Sometimes it can be done as laparoscopic surgery. This type of surgery needs only small cuts. To do it, a doctor puts a lighted tube, or scope, and other tools through small cuts in your lower belly. The doctor can see your organs with the scope.
If you have a simple cystectomy or radical cystectomy, your doctor will create a new way for you to pass urine. There are a few ways this can be done.
A cystectomy is mainly used to remove and try to cure cancer that has invaded the wall of the bladder or has come back (recurred) after treatment or that has a high chance of spreading.
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