Bladder cancer: early detection and screening

Bladder tumours (bladder cancer) are the fourth most common malignant disease in men and the eighth most common malignant disease in women. If tumours of the urinary bladder are detected in good time, a complete cure can be achieved in the vast majority of cases by endoscopic treatment. The early detection of bladder cancer is therefore a decisive factor for successful treatment of the patient. If the bladder cancer is advanced, removal of the bladder may be necessary in individual cases.

During the urological screening examination, the prostate, bladder and kidneys are examined in men. In women, the urinary bladder and the kidneys are examined.

What does the urological screening examination of the bladder include?

The Goldstadt Private Clinic carries out a specialised screening examination for the early detection of bladder cancer. This screening includes a thorough review of the medical history, the identification of risk factors and various diagnostic tests.

What does the urological preventive check-up include?

• Urine test with bladder tumour screening test
• Ultrasound examinations of the urinary bladder, kidneys and urinary tract
• Determination of the urologically relevant blood values
• Cystoscopy if bladder cancer is suspected

The screening examination for the early detection of bladder cancer is carried out under the medical direction of Prof. Dr. med. Sven Lahme.

When is a screening examination for bladder cancer advisable?

A screening examination for bladder cancer is particularly recommended for people who are at increased risk. These include smokers, people with a family history of bladder cancer, people who come into contact with carcinogenic substances at work and people with chronic urinary tract infections. In general, regular screening is recommended for adults from the age of 50. For people at risk, earlier and more frequent examinations may be advisable.

Surgical and treatment options for bladder cancer

For comprehensive information on the various surgical methods and treatment options for bladder cancer, please visit our special page on the treatment of bladder cancer. There you will find detailed information about important treatment methods. If bladder cancer is diagnosed during an examination, the treating urologist draws up an individual treatment plan for removing the tumour tissue. Regular outpatient follow-up care takes place after treatment. Close monitoring is advisable in bladder cancer because there is an increased risk of recurrence.

Further information in the video:

Further important urological preventive examinations:

Kidney screening

Prostate screening