Bladder cancer: Interview with Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. Matthias Saar
Bladder cancer (also called bladder carcinoma) is a malignant tumor of the bladder. In this interview, Professor Matthias Saar, MD, explains how a bladder tumor manifests itself, what treatment options are available, and whether bladder cancer automatically leads to an artificial urinary diversion.
00:00 - 00:46 Introduction
00:47 - 01:28 What is bladder cancer?
01:29 - 02:06 What are the warning signs of bladder cancer?
02:07 - 02:38 What causes bladder cancer?
02:39 - 03:12 What symptoms can occur?
03:13 - 04:18 How is bladder cancer diagnosed?
04:19 - 05:28 What treatment options are available?
05:29 - 06:12 Does bladder cancer automatically lead to an artificial urinary diversion?
06:13 - 06:43 Is there a risk of incontinence or impaired sexual function?
06:44 - 07:54 What does follow-up care involve?
07:55 - 08:33 What are the chances of recovery from bladder cancer?
08:34 - 08:56 Are there any preventative measures to avoid bladder cancer?
08:57 - 09:13 What advice can you give to those affected?
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