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Bladder Cancer
Transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder; Urothelial cancer
Prevention
If you smoke, quit. Smoking can increase your risk of bladder cancer. Avoid exposure to chemicals linked to bladder cancer.
References
Bajorin D. Tumors of the kidney, bladder, ureters, and renal pelvis. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia , Pa : Saunders Elsevier; 2007: chap 207.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network. National Comprehensive Cancer Network Clinical Practice...
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Bladder cancer
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Bladder cancer
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Bladder Cancer
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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