The question posed to the authors is whether surgery is the best treatment option for octogenarians with invasive bladder cancer.
Herein, we detail the rationale in favor of radical cystectomy and opportunities for improvement in the processes of care for those who may be surgical candidates.
Written by:
Bassett JC, Chang SS. Are you the author?
Department of Urologic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
Reference: Urol Oncol. 2013 Apr 26. pii: S1078-1439(13)00132-4.
doi: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2013.03.001
PubMed Abstract
PMID: 23628313
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