Urethra Cancer
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Urethra Cancer
A rare cancer, but one that can be successfully treated when recognized at an early stage Type
Urethral cancer is a rare cancer that develops in the urethra, the channel that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. is a type of urological cancer. It can occur in both men and women; however, due to structural differences In women, the diagnosis is usually made later. Slowly progressive to aggressive forms can take a wide range of courses.
Symptoms of Urethral Cancer
Burning or pain when urinating
Weakening or interruption of urine flow
Frequent urination
Blood in the urine (hematuria)
Palpable hardness or mass in the urethra
Pain during sexual intercourse
Vaginal bleeding or discharge in women
Tenderness or swelling at the base of the penis in men
Note: These symptoms may be confused with urinary tract infections. Conditions not responding to treatment should be carefully investigated.
Risk Factors
- Chronic urinary tract infections
- Sexually transmitted diseases (especially HPV)
- Long-term catheter use
- Previous bladder or urethra surgeries
- Cigarette smoking
- 60 years of age or older
- Being uncircumcised in men
Diagnosis Process
- Physical examination: A palpable mass along the urethra is evaluated
- Urine cytology: The presence of cancer cells in urine is investigated
- Urethroscopy: The inside of the urethra is visualized with a camera and a biopsy is taken
-Pelvic MRI / CT: Tumor spread, adjacent organ relationship and lymph nodes are evaluated
- Biopsy: A tissue sample is essential for definitive diagnosis
Types of Urethral Cancer
- Squamous cell carcinoma: Most common type
- Urothelial carcinoma: Similar in structure to bladder cancer
- Adenocarcinoma: Rarer and more common in women
Staging
Staging is based on tumor size, spread outside the urethra and lymph node/metastasis status:
- Stage 0-I: Superficial or limited tumor
- Stage II-III: Deep tissue invasion, lymph node involvement may be present
-Stage IV: Distant organ metastasis
Treatment Methods
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- - Remote pre-assessment with MRI, biopsy and urethroscopy reports
- - All necessary surgical and oncologic planning by a multidisciplinary team
- - Evaluation of functional and aesthetically sparing surgical options
- - Accommodation, transportation and escort support
- - Long-term follow-up, functional follow-up and psychosocial support
Although urethral cancer is rare, organ-sparing and effective treatment options are possible when diagnosed early.
If you have suspicious urinary symptoms or want to create a treatment plan with your current diagnosis, you can contact us.