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[Classification of bladder tumours by sonography (author's transl)]
Rofo : Fortschritte Auf Dem Gebiete Der Rontgenstrahlen Und Der Nuklearmedizin
|April 1, 1982
Summary
Ultrasound (sonography) accurately classifies bladder tumors using the T.N.M. system. This non-invasive method aids in staging and treatment, proving invaluable for patient care.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Imaging
- Oncology
Context:
- Accurate staging of bladder tumors is crucial for effective treatment planning.
- The T.N.M. (Tumor, Node, Metastasis) system provides a standardized method for cancer classification.
- Non-invasive diagnostic techniques are preferred for patient comfort and safety.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of sonography in classifying bladder tumors according to the T.N.M. system (UICC 1978).
- To describe the methods and techniques employed in sonographic tumor classification.
- To demonstrate the utility of sonography in post-treatment monitoring.
Summary:
- Sonography was utilized to stage bladder tumors using the T.N.M. classification system.
- The study details the sonographic methods and techniques for tumor staging.
- Results indicate sonography achieved 95% accuracy, proving to be a valuable, non-invasive tool.
Impact:
- Sonography offers a highly accurate (95%), non-invasive, and simple method for bladder tumor classification.
- This classification is significant for guiding appropriate treatment strategies.
- The technique is also effective for monitoring treatment response.