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Cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and testis are often curable when found early. Painless blood in the urine is the most important warning sign and should always be checked by a urologist.
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- Kidney tumours (renal cell carcinoma)
- Bladder cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Testicular tumours
- Upper tract (ureter) tumours
Treatment options
Cystoscopy and biopsy
A camera examination of the bladder, usually as a day procedure.
TURBT
Removal of bladder tumours through the urinary passage, followed by regular check cystoscopies.
Partial or radical nephrectomy
Removal of a kidney tumour — saving the rest of the kidney where possible.
Prostate cancer treatment
Biopsy, staging and treatment planning, including surgery or hormonal treatment.
Radical orchiectomy
Removal of a testicular tumour through the groin.
Coordinated cancer care
Treatment planned with oncology and radiology colleagues.
The right option depends on your examination and tests; not every option suits every patient.
Before & after care
Before treatment
- Bring every scan, biopsy and blood report — including CDs of CT or MRI
- Bring a list of your medicines
- Bring a family member to help discuss the options
After treatment
- Keep every follow-up check — many urological cancers need regular surveillance
- Report any new blood in the urine at once
- Stop smoking — it is the main preventable cause of bladder cancer
Seek urgent care if
- Heavy bleeding with clots or inability to pass urine
- A suddenly painful, swollen testicle
- Fever after a biopsy
Go to the nearest emergency department, or call 01337-443602.
Questions about urological cancers (uro-oncology)
I passed blood in my urine once and it stopped. Do I need tests?
Yes. Even a single episode of visible blood in the urine should be checked by a urologist, because it can be the first sign of a bladder or kidney tumour.
Can a kidney tumour be removed without removing the whole kidney?
Small tumours can often be removed with partial nephrectomy, keeping the rest of the kidney. The choice depends on the size and position of the tumour.