"The complete procedure of bladder tumor biopsy and resection is called transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT). It is the first-line diagnostic test and treatment for early-stage bladder cancer. TURBT is a very safe procedure. However, it may carry some risks, including anesthesia-related risks, urinary tract infections, excessive bleeding, and perforation in the bladder. "
Types of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer has many different types based on which part of the bladder it starts in, whether it starts in the bladder lining or deeper. Let's keep reading.