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GU Cancer Treatment and PreventionThe primary treatment for genitourinary cancer today is surgery. Surgery not only removes the cancer (or at worst, a major portion of the cancer), but also establishes the pathologic diagnosis. The tumor grade and stage, which is primarily dependent on pathologic examination, is critically important to guide subsequent treatment. Tissue from surgery can also provide critical information regarding the types of treatment that may be effective in the future. These studies involve microarray analysis of the genetic makeup of the tumor, as well as special staining and testing sensitivity to chemotherapy in tissue culture. The good news is that urological surgery is becoming less invasive. In fact, urology is one of the first specialties to use minimally invasive surgery with transurethral surgery on the bladder and prostate. Now, laparoscopic techniques are available for kidney and prostate, and modern techniques allow bladder "reconstruction" after removal. Comprehensive treatment of GU Cancer also includes radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and immunotherapy. Prevention and screening are equally important strategies in the battle against cancer. Early diagnosis greatly increases the chance of cure for most cancers. Increasing evidence shows the importance of a healthy low fat diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables, smoking cessation, and excercise in the prevention of cancer. Recent PostingsView the links on the left for more information.Created: 8/15/2007
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