Voided urine cytology is the standard noninvasive method for diagnosis in the detection of bladder carcinoma.
Cytology is used to assess morphologic changes in intact cells.
Exfoliated urothelial cells are viewed using microscopy..
Summary.
Changes in urine cytology and bladder mucosal architecture were observed during and following BCG treatment.
Urine cytology changed from neoplastic to a normal pattern on the third, fourth and fifth treatments.
In the first few hours after BCG treatment there was an increase in mononuclear cells in the urine..
Changes in urine cytology and bladder mucosal architecture were observed during and following BCG treatment.
Urine cytology changed from neoplastic to a normal pattern on the third, fourth and fifth treatments.
In the first few hours after BCG treatment there was an increase in mononuclear cells in the urine..
You will have a test called a cystoscopy about 6 weeks after each round of therapy.
This test will check your bladder for any new tumours.
Maintenance therapy → Once a week for 3 weeks. (if needed) You may have this again, as often as needed..
Side effects of BCG: Treatment with BCG can cause a wide range of symptoms.
It's common to have flu-like symptoms, such as fever, aches, chills, and fatigue, which can last for 2 to 3 days after treatment.
It also commonly causes a burning feeling in the bladder, the need to urinate often, and even blood in the urine..
Radical cystectomy is the recommended treatment for high-risk patients failing BCG..
