Bladder Cancer - Glossary

Glossary

Pyelography: X-ray film series taken of your urinary tract taken after intravenously injecting a dye.

Pathologist: Doctor who specializes in diagnosing diseases by analyzing tissues and cells.

Sphincter: A group of muscles that support the bladder and other pelvic organs and prevent urine and fecal leakage.

Inflammation: Tissue injury.

Systemic Chemotherapy: When drugs are administered intravenously to make a whole–body effect.

Urologist: Specialist in problems related to the urinary tract.