About this topic
Transurethral resection of bladder tumor is also called TURBT. It is a surgery to take out small tumors that are on the inside wall of the bladder. The bladder is a balloon-like organ that holds urine. A TURBT may be done to take a sample of tissue to check for cancer. It may also be done to treat cancer by taking out the tumors. ‚
What care is needed at home?
- Ask your doctor what you need to do when you go home. Make sure you ask questions if you do not understand what the doctor says. This way you will know what you need to do.
- Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water each day.
- Ask your doctor about:
- If you need to be careful with lifting things over 10 pounds
- When you may go back to your normal activities like work, driving, or sex
- How to care for your catheter if you have one
What follow-up care is needed?
- Your doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your progress. Be sure to keep these visits. You may need more blood work, tests, or treatment.
- Your doctor may have sent tissues to a lab for testing. Ask your doctor when you can get the results.
- If you have a urine catheter, it will need to be removed by medical staff. Do not try to take it out by yourself.
What drugs may be needed?
The doctor may order drugs to: ‚
- Help with pain
- Prevent an infection
Will physical activity be limited?
Do not workout or do strenuous activities. Talk to your doctor about the right amount of activity for you. ‚
What changes to diet are needed?
Eats lots of fiber like fruits and vegetables. This will help to avoid hard stools and straining. Talk with your doctor about using a stool softener. ‚
What problems could happen?
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Block caused by blood clots
- Puncture to the wall of the bladder
When do I need to call the doctor?
- Signs of infection. These include a fever of 100.4 ‚ °F (38 ‚ °C) or higher, chills, pain while passing urine, blood in the urine, and trouble passing urine.
- Not able to pass urine
- More blood or clots in your urine
- Pain in the abdomen
- You are not feeling better in 2 to 3 days or you are feeling worse
Teach Back: Helping You Understand
The Teach Back Method helps you understand the information we are giving you. The idea is simple. After talking with the staff, tell them in your own words what you were just told. This helps to make sure the staff has covered each thing clearly. It also helps to explain things that may have been a bit confusing. Before going home, make sure you are able to do these: ‚
- I can tell you about my procedure.
- I can tell you how to care for my cut site and catheter, if I have one.
- I can tell you what I will do if I have a fever, chills, or am not able to pass urine.
Where can I learn more?
American Cancer Society ‚
http://www.cancer.org/Cancer/BladderCancer/DetailedGuide/bladder-cancer-treating-by-stage ‚
National Cancer Institute ‚
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/bladder/Patient/page1/AllPages#Keypoint16 ‚
NHS Choices ‚
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cancer-of-the-bladder/pages/treatment.aspx ‚
Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer
This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚
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