However, existing urine test kits have low sensitivity, and cystoscopy, which involves inserting a catheter into the urethra ...

a, Schematic illustration of the workflow of the BLOOM assay. b,c, Mechanism of organogel messenger release from the biomarker-degradable bigel film (b) and solvatochromic dye transfer to the organic ...

Stage 3 bladder cancer refers to a tumor that reaches outside the bladder. It may have spread into nearby lymph nodes and other tissue. Like all cancers, doctors use stages for bladder cancer. Staging ...

In our busy modern lives, bladder health often takes a back seat until problems arise. We juggle work commitments, family responsibilities, and social obligations, frequently ignoring the subtle ...

There are several urodynamic tests a doctor may recommend. You may need multiple tests for a full diagnosis. Urodynamic tests see how well your urinary tract, especially your bladder, urethra, and ...

CystoSmart™, an AI software tool for bladder tumor detection in patients undergoing screening and surveillance endoscopic examination of the bladder is brand agnostic and compatible with flexible and ...

Doctors use a combination of tests, including urinalysis, cystoscopy, urine culture, and bladder wall biopsy to diagnose interstitial cystitis. For males, they may also examine prostate secretions.

New research presented at the 2025 International Kidney Cancer Symposium found that patients with localized renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who maintained a BMI of 35 or higher after diagnosis had improved ...