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Treatment Options for Bladder Cancer
In general, early diagnosis and treatment significantly improves the prognosis for patients with bladder cancer. A high level of suspicion of bladder cancer should be considered for any patient who presents with gross hematuria and known risk factors for the disease. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, patients are evaluated thoroughly to determine the stage (extent of spread) of the disease. The choice of treatment depends upon a variety of factors including the type of bladder cancer, stage of the disease, the presence of other underlying medical conditions, and the patient's preferences.
