Jul 2, 2024 · Cystectomy (sis-TEK-tuh-me) is a surgery to remove the urinary bladder. Removing the whole bladder is called a radical cystectomy. This most often includes removal of the prostate and …

Feb 18, 2024 · Getting used to life after a cystectomy, or bladder removal, can take time. Here’s what to expect.

Sep 2, 2025 · A cystectomy is the full or partial removal of your bladder, often to treat cancer. Risks include bleeding and infection. Recovery may take several weeks to months.

A radical cystectomy is most commonly performed for cancer that has invaded into the muscle of the bladder. In a radical cystectomy the bladder is removed along with surrounding lymph nodes (lymph …

Sep 16, 2024 · Bladder removal surgery, or cystectomy, is the full or partial removal of the bladder to prevent cancer from spreading. Radical cystectomy is the term used when the entire bladder is …