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Advances in the Treatment of Bladder Cancer

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Bladder cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the United States, with as many as 60,000 cases diagnosed annually. Thankfully, new therapies and minimally invasive surgical techniques are showing promising results. This Patient Power program sponsored by The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center features Dr. Colin Dinney, Chairman of Urology and Professor of both Urology and Cancer Biology at M.D. Anderson. Dr. Dinney joins Andrew to discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer. Dr. Dinney’s patient, Tom, also participates to share his story.

In March of 2004, Tom began experiencing blood in his urine, a symptom of bladder cancer. Upon diagnosis, he knew he wanted to be treated at M. D. Anderson. He tells of his journey to M. D. Anderson, his treatment along the way and the relationship the he developed with Dr. Dinney. You’ll hear how Tom is doing now and how he is teaming with Dr. Dinney’s wife, Jane, to further research.

Dr. Dinney begins by explaining the symptoms of bladder cancer, how it’s diagnosed, and risk factors, stressing that smoking is the biggest risk factor. He also talks about the role of genetics in bladder cancer. He details the various approaches to treatment, including the importance of a multidisciplinary team, and what can be done to lower the risk of recurrence. Dr. Dinney answers listener questions concerning Oncovite, schistosomiasis and bladder control after surgery. You’ll also learn about advances in research at M. D. Anderson and the role that the SPORE (Specialized Program Of Research Excellence) programs play in this research. Listen to this program to find out more about bladder cancer, how to be a proactive patient and what the future holds for research in this field.

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Colin P.N. Dinney, M.D. Colin P.N. Dinney, M.D.
Chairman, Department of Urology, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Dinney is Chairman of Urology and Professor of both Urology and Cancer Biology at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. He specializes in helping patients with prostate, bladder, renal, urethral cancer and penile tumors. Dr. Dinney has received numerous awards and honors, including being selected as one of the Best Doctors in America. He received his medical degree from University... more >

TRANSCRIPT:

  1. Introduction LISTEN
  2. Tom's Story LISTEN
  3. Symptoms LISTEN
  4. Smoking as a Risk Factor LISTEN
  5. Genetics LISTEN
  6. Surgical Approaches to Treatment LISTEN
  7. Multidisciplinary Approach LISTEN
  8. Follow-Up After Surgery LISTEN
  9. Treatments LISTEN
  10. Listener Questions LISTEN
  11. The Importance of Being Proactive LISTEN
  12. M. D. Anderson SPORE (Specialized Program Of Research Excellence) LISTEN
  13. Dealing with Recurrence LISTEN

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