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[Nontransitional cell tumor of the bladder].
1Department of Urology, Affiliated Xiangya Hospital of Hunan Medical University, Changsha, 410078.
Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi [Chinese Journal of Surgery]
|February 7, 2002
Summary
Nontransitional cell tumors of the bladder are rare but can be aggressive. Surgical treatment, such as cystectomy, offers the best prognosis, especially for invasive malignant types.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
Context:
- Nontransitional cell tumors represent a small fraction of bladder malignancies.
- These tumors exhibit a wide range of behavior, from benign to highly invasive.
Purpose:
- To analyze treatment strategies and diagnostic experiences for nontransitional cell bladder tumors.
- To evaluate factors influencing survival rates in affected patients.
Summary:
- A retrospective review of 18 patients with nontransitional cell bladder tumors (1990-1997) revealed 83.3% were malignant and 73.3% of those were invasive.
- Survival rates at 1, 3, and 5 years for malignant tumors were 85.7%, 66.7%, and 57.1%, respectively.
- Hematuria and irritable bladder symptoms were common; partial or total cystectomy was the preferred treatment.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of timely diagnosis and appropriate surgical intervention for improved outcomes.
- Suggests prognosis is significantly linked to tumor stage and chosen therapeutic approach.