Clinical and Pathological Characteristics of Primary Bladder Cancer at Damascus University Hospitals


Abstract in English

Bladder cancer is the second most common urogenital tumor. The stage, grade, number and diameter of urinary bladder cancer is an important factors in determining prognosis of the disease. Early diagnosis and proper treatment are also critical to improve survival. This retrospective study was performed to determine the clinico-pathological features of primary bladder cancer at first presentation at Damascus University hospitals.

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