How often should bladder cancer be checked?

Bladder cancer patients are first treated with surgical resection followed by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Once the condition stabilizes, they can go to the hospital for relevant examinations every six months. The average recurrence rate of bladder cancer is about 64%, especially the recurrence rate of high-grade urothelial carcinoma is 90%. It is recommended to have a follow-up examination every three months within 2 years after bladder cancer surgery. Bladder tumors are generally reviewed every three months.

Can bladder cancer be detected by ultrasound?

B-ultrasound is a relatively simple imaging examination method. This examination can detect certain space-occupying lesions in the bladder and thickening of the bladder wall, which is helpful for the early diagnosis of bladder cancer. However, B-ultrasound alone cannot generally confirm bladder cancer. It needs to be combined with pathological examination results and other symptoms for comprehensive diagnosis. B-ultrasound can detect certain space-occupying lesions in the bladder, but it cannot confirm bladder cancer. Bladder cancer refers to a malignant tumor that occurs on the bladder mucosa. It is the most common malignant tumor of the urinary system and one of the top ten common tumors in the body.

How long can elderly people live with bladder cancer?

At the same time, it is also related to immunity. With the increase of age, resistance will also decline. It is also related to the accumulation of carcinogenic factors. Long-term exposure to poisons in the elderly can increase the incidence of bladder cancer. Conservative treatment is recommended to improve and prolong the life cycle. Conservative treatment can regulate the body on the basis of controlling the disease and further alleviate the patient's pain. Bladder cancer is a common malignant tumor in the elderly and is usually more common in clinical practice.