- Early detection of bladder cancer can improve clinical outcomes and survival rates, similar to other cancers.
- One current area of research involves looking at cell mutations in areas where cancer may occur to predict the likelihood of it occurring in the future.
- A recent study showed a urine test could be used to detect 10 specific genes that could help predict bladder cancer.
B​ladder cancer is the 10th most common cancer worldwide and the fourth most prevalent cancer among men. The disease develops when bladder tissue cells begin to separate uncontrollably.
Malignant bladder cancer can spread quickly and may be life threatening. Early detection and identifying those most at risk are crucial to improving outcomes for people with bladder cancer.
A​ study found that gene mutations could be detected using urine samples and could be used to effectively predict bladder cancer up to 12 years before diagnosis. Researchers shared the study results at the European Association of Urology (EAU) annual Congress. Authors say further research is needed but suggest their test could help to stratify risk for patients presenting with blood in their urine, for example.
B​ladder cancer is a common type of cancer, impacting about
While anyone can develop bladder cancer, certain
Non-study author Dr. Jennifer Linehan, urologist and associate…
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