Bladder removal surgery or cystectomy is performed in individuals with bladder cancer. The surgery can also help to treat other conditions like tumours in the pelvis or interstitial cystitis that doesn’t respond to other treatments. Less invasive options may be used if bladder cancer is still in its early stages.
Before going for bladder surgery, the patient can talk to the doctor and find out all about their options. The surgical procedures that need to be followed will depend on the overall health of the patient, the stage of cancer, the area where cancer has formed, and whether the cancer is recurring.