Bladder Cancer Treatment In Ahmedabad
Why choose SGVP Holistic Hospital for Bladder Cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad?
SGVP Holistic Hospital is a leading center for comprehensive urological care of patients, offering expert diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of conditions, including kidney stones, kidney cancer, prostate cancer, urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, and other kidney-related issues.
It stands out for its multidisciplinary, patient-centric approach to treating bladder cancer that prioritizes both clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Here is why the SGVP is a trusted choice for bladder cancer treatment in Ahmedabad:
- Dedicated Urology department led by a team of experienced urologists and oncologists
- Equipped with cutting-edge tools, including a Thulim fibre laser machine, and Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery
- Offering laparoscopic and minimally invasive treatments
- Integrated treatment plans, including Interventional therapies, supportive Palliative care and Symptom management
- Ethical and transparent practices at every stage of bladder care
- Patient education, follow-up, and emotional support
- Cost-effective bladder cancer treatment options
SGVP Holistic Hospital is committed to delivering comprehensive bladder cancer care from early screening and accurate diagnostics to advanced, personalized treatment options, helping bladder cancer patients improve their quality of life.
Why choose SGVP Holistic Hospital for Bladder Cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad?
Understanding Bladder Cancer
Understanding Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the tissues of the bladder. The bladder is a small hollow organ that stores urine until it is passed out of the body.
When the cells in the bladder grow out of control, they form tumor that may potentially spread to other parts of the body if left untreated. It is common in people over 60 years.
Bladder cancer usually starts in the urothelial cells that line the inside of the bladder, called urothelial cancer. Urothelial cancer may also occur in the kidneys and ureters.
Causes And Risk Factors of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is often caused by certain changes in the DNA of bladder cells, which may cause the cells to grow uncontrollably.
The use of tobacco is a major risk factor for bladder cancer. Smoking cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or being exposed to secondhand smoke significantly increases the risk of developing bladder cancer.
The other risk factors for bladder cancer include
- Having a family history of bladder cancer
- Having gene mutations in the genes, including HRAS, RB1, NAT2, and GSTM1
- Exposed to workplace chemicals, including paints, dyes, metals, and petroleum products
- Previous treatment with radiation to the pelvis or chemotherapy drugs
- Long-term use of the Chinese herb Aristolochia fangchi has been associated with urinary tract cancers
- Drinking contaminated water with arsenic
- Having chronic urinary tract infections caused by a parasite called Schistosoma haematobium
- Long-term use of a urinary catheter
Understanding these risk factors may help in early detection and prevention of bladder cancer.
Types of Bladder Cancer
Types of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is categorized based on the type of cells where the cancer begins. The most common types include
- Urothelial carcinoma: It originates in the urothelial cells that line the inside of the bladder. It accounts for the majority of all bladder cancers.
- Squamous cell carcinoma: It begins in the flat, thin squamous cells that line the inside of the bladder. It may occur after long-term irritation or infection with a tropical parasite, Schistosoma haematobium.
- Adenocarcinoma: It begins in the glandular cells found in the lining of the bladder, which are responsible for producing mucus and other substances. This type of cancer is very rare.
- Small cell carcinoma of the bladder: It begins in neuroendocrine cells that release hormones into the blood in response to a signal from the nervous system. It is a rare and highly aggressive form of bladder cancer.
Bladder cancer can also be divided by how deeply the cancer has grown into the bladder wall:
- Non-invasive bladder cancer: It is confined to the innermost lining of the bladder and is typically superficial.
- Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer: It has not reached the muscle wall of the bladder.
- Muscle-invasive bladder cancer: It has spread through the lining of the bladder and into the muscle wall of the bladder. It poses a higher risk of spreading to nearby organs or lymph nodes.
Stages Of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is usually staged according to the TNM staging system based on how deeply the tumor has invaded the bladder wall. The different stages include
- Stage 0 (noninvasive papillary carcinoma and carcinoma in situ): Cancer is limited to the inner lining of the bladder. It can be stage 0a for cancer that grows towards the center of the bladder, and stage 0is where the tumor stays on the surface lining.
- Stage I: Cancer has grown through the inner lining but has not invaded the bladder muscle layers
- Stage II: Cancer has invaded the muscle layer of the bladder wall but not spread outside the bladder
- Stage III: Cancer has spread through the muscle into the surrounding fatty tissue
- Stage IV: Cancer has spread to distant lymph nodes and organs, including lung, bone or liver
Small-cell lung cancer can also be staged into
- Limited stage: Cancer is confined to one lung and sometimes to nearby lymph nodes.
- Extensive stage: Cancer has spread to the other lung or distant organs.
Symptoms of Bladder Cancer
Symptoms of Bladder Cancer
The symptoms of bladder cancer may vary between individuals. Early detection is important to prevent further complications
The common signs and symptoms of bladder cancer associated with early-stage bladder cancer include
- Blood in the urine, called hematuria, which is slightly rusty to bright red
- Frequent urination
- Pain or burning sensation while urinating
- Urinating often during the night
- Persistent bladder infection
- Having trouble peeing
The symptoms when the cancer can spread to other parts of the body include
- Back pain on one side of the body
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Bone pain or tenderness
- Loss of weight and appetite
- Chronic fatigue
If you notice any of these symptoms, especially blood in the urine or ongoing urinary issues, it is preferable to talk to your healthcare provider for accurate diagnosis.
Diagnosis Of Bladder Cancer
At SGVP Holistic Hospital, our expert urology team employs advanced diagnostic technologies and techniques to evaluate bladder cancer.
The diagnosis for bladder cancer involves:.
- Urinalysis: Our doctors will do urinalysis to rule out infection. Different urinary tumor markers are identified.
- Cystoscopy: During the procedure, our surgeons will insert a small, narrow tube, called a cystoscope, through the urethra to visualize the bladder lining for abnormal growth.
- Bladder biopsy: During the procedure, our surgeon removes abdominal tissue from the bladder wall for lab analysis to confirm the bladder cancer.
- CT urogram or intravenous pyelogram (IVP): CT urography provides detailed imaging of the ureters and bladder. IVP is an older imaging method that uses contrast dye to visualize the urinary tract.
Treatment For Bladder Cancer at SGVP Holistic Hospital in Ahmedabad
Treatment For Bladder Cancer at SGVP Holistic Hospital in Ahmedabad
The treatment for bladder cancer depends on several factors, including the type, stage, grade of the cancer, and the patient’s overall health. At SGVP Holistic Hospital, our expert team of urologists, radiologists, and oncologists will work together and provide the best treatment plan for patients suffering from bladder cancer.
- Surgery: Surgery is often the main treatment for bladder cancer, especially in early and muscle-invasive stages
- Transurethral resection (TUR) with fulguration: A thin scope is inserted through the urethra to remove the tumors from the bladder lining
- Partial cystectomy: It is done to remove part of the bladder in patients with a low-grade tumor that is limited to one area of the bladder.
- Radical cystectomy with urinary diversion: It is done to remove the entire bladder along with surrounding lymph nodes and nearby organs that contain cancer. Urinary diversion is used to create another way for the body to store and pass urine.
- Radiation therapy: It uses high-energy beams to kill bladder cancer cells or shrink tumors.
- Chemotherapy: It uses drugs to stop the growth of cancer cells or to kill them. It can be systemic when chemotherapy drugs are injected into a vein or intravesical chemotherapy, where the bladder is flushed with drugs that kill cancer cells.
- Targeted therapy: It uses drugs or other substances to block the action of specific molecules that are involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Immunotherapy: It helps the body’s immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. - Palliative care: It helps in managing symptoms, providing emotional and psychological support, and improving comfort for bladder cancer patients.
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