Interdisciplinary Swiss consensus recommendations for follow-up after radical cystectomy and trimodal treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Radical cystectomy or trimodal therapy are treatment options for non-metastatic bladder cancer. However, there is limited evidence guiding post-treatment follow-up regimens, resulting in variations in care.

Objective

A Swiss consensus meeting aimed to identify gaps in follow-up strategies and subsequently tailoring follow-up protocols after curative treatment for bladder cancer.

Methods

A consensus meeting including participants from urology, oncology, radiation oncology, neuro-urology, international advisors, and patient representatives was held. 19 pre-formulated questions addressing follow-up duration, frequency, and modalities after radical cystectomy or trimodal therapy for bladder cancer were discussed and voted by participants.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Kaufmann E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12811584 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature