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[Short version of the German S3 guideline for bladder cancer]

M Retz1, J E Gschwend2, P Maisch2

  • 1Urologische Klinik und Poliklinik, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland. margitta.retz@tum.de.

Der Urologe. Ausg. A
|August 7, 2016
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This summary outlines the first German evidence-based guideline for urinary bladder cancer, offering diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations. It is developed by leading medical societies for improved bladder cancer care.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Urinary bladder cancer is a prevalent malignancy within the urogenital system.
  • The development of comprehensive guidelines is crucial for standardized patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the key diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations from the first interdisciplinary, evidence-based German guideline for bladder cancer.
  • To provide a concise overview of expert-approved strategies for managing bladder cancer.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search to identify relevant evidence.
  • Consensus development by a multidisciplinary team of bladder cancer experts.
  • Approval by major German medical societies and oncology programs.

Main Results:

  • The guideline offers a series of evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of urinary bladder cancer.
  • Key aspects of diagnostic workup and therapeutic interventions are detailed.

Conclusions:

  • The guideline provides a unified, evidence-based approach to bladder cancer management in Germany.
  • This resource aims to improve the quality of care for patients with bladder cancer.
Keywords:
Cystectomy, radicalGrading of recommendationsGuideline programLevel of evidenceMeta-analysis

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