Cancer that forms in tissues of the bladder (the organ that stores urine). Most bladder cancers are transitional cell carcinomas (cancer that begins in cells that normally make up the inner lining of the bladder). Other types include squamous cell carcinoma (cancer that begins in thin, flat cells) and adenocarcinoma (cancer that begins in cells that make and release mucus and other fluids). The cells that form squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma develop in the inner lining of the bladder as a result of chronic irritation and inflammation. Patients with bladder cancer will be cared for the Penn's Urology Cancer Team.
The Abramson Cancer Center hosts a wide range of materials and activities that provide education and support to address key areas of concern for cancer patients and their loved ones. We are proud that many of our innovative patient education programs have been recognized by national groups, including the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Patient Education Network.
Our educational materials and support activities help people deal with the physical and emotional consequences of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. They also assist patients and families to resume active lives after treatment.
Our support group meetings provide information on topics of ... read more Support
Different treatments are available for those with bladder cancer. Some treatments are called standard. This means they are the currently used treatments. Some treatments are being tested in clinical trials. A treatment clinical trial is a study meant to help improve current treatments or obtain information on new treatments.
When clinical trials show that a new treatment is better than the standard treatment, the new treatment may become the standard treatment. You may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. Some clinical trials are open only to patients who have not started treatment, while others are available during or after treatment.
Treatment options vary depending on your situation including the stage of the cancer and other factors that may be... read more Treatment
John Maloney, had a lot of support as he faced lung cancer treatment at the Abramson Cancer Center.
Focus On Prostate, Bladder, Kidney and Testicular Cancers - Get information on the latest advances in genitourinary cancer risk, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, symptom management and psychosocial issues.
Media Hub for Urologic Cancers - Watch Videos!
Penn Medicine Webchat on Prostate Cancer -- Alan J. Wein, MD, Chief of the Division of Urology and Neha Vapiwala, MD, Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology, at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center discuss recent advances in prostate cancer treatment. Learn about risk factors and treatment options.
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Watch Dr. David Lee perform a Robotic Surgery for Prostate Cancer - Be advised that the following video contains graphic material of an actual surgery, and may not be suitable for all viewers
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