Bladder cancer happens in the tissues of the bladder, the organ that holds urine. There are three types of bladder cancer: transitional cell carcinoma, the most common bladder cancer type, which begins in the transitional cells in the inner layer of the bladder; squamous cell carcinoma, a rare cancer triggered when squamous cells form in the bladder after a long-term infection or irritation; and adenocarcinoma, another rare cancer that starts when glandular cells form in the bladder after long-lasting bladder inflammation and irritation.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Genitourinary Cancer Program
Our multidisciplinary team is here to provide comprehensive care for all cancers of the urinary tract, genitals, prostate, and adrenal gland.
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Urology
Our expert team of subspecialty trained urologists provides comprehensive state-of-the-art care with all of the latest medical and surgical technology and techniques.
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Radiation Oncology
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Boston Medical Center is committed to providing expert, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility. Our team of skilled radiation on…