What does "Transitional cell cancer of the bladder" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
Transitional cell cancer of the bladder is a type of cancer that starts in the cells lining the inside of the bladder. The bladder is the organ that stores urine. This type of cancer is the most common type of bladder cancer and it can vary in its severity. It can either be non-invasive, meaning it's only in the bladder's inner layer, or invasive, meaning it has spread to the bladder wall or other parts of the body.
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