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Procedure Minimizes Lifestyle Changes after Bladder Cancer Surgery
For patients with invasive bladder cancer, surgical removal of the bladder provides the best chance for a long-term cure. In the past, following bladder removal all patients were required to wear a bag on the outside of their body to collect urine, a permanent condition that necessitated significant lifestyle adjustments. Today, many of these patients qualify for what is known as a neobladder -- an internal urine-storing pouch that is attached to the urethra, which allows patients to regain control of urination and to void much as they would with their natural bladders. |
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What's New at MSKCC.ORG
Updated Cervical Cancer Pages
Cancer of the cervix is the third most common gynecologic cancer in the United States. This section contains information on our approach and expertise in the treatment of mesothelioma, as well as individual sections on the risk factors and prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and staging, and treatment of cervical cancer. Also included are a list of our cervical clinical trials, as well as survivorship and support information.
The Evolving World of Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiologists are physicians who specialize in minimally invasive treatments carried out using image guidance that includes fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging.
Updated Memorial Sloan-Kettering Long Island Locations Section
Making Memorial Sloan-Kettering's expert care accessible and convenient for our patients, our network of community-based cancer treatment centers include three on Long Island in Commack, Rockville Centre, and Hauppauge.
Updated Endometrial & Other Uterine Cancers Pages
Endometrial cancer, which forms in the inner lining of the uterus, is the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States today. This expanded section contains information on our approach and expertise in the treatment of endometrial and other uterine cancers; individual sections on the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and staging, and treatment of endometrial and other uterine cancers. Also included is a section designed especially for women newly diagnosed with endometrial cancer, as well as a list of our clinical trials, and survivorship and support information.
Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering
Mechanism Found For Cell's Response To DNA Damage
New research carried out in the laboratory of Memorial Sloan-Kettering molecular biologist John H.J. Petrini has shed light on one mechanism that helps the cell respond to DNA damage and prevent it from being passed on when the cell divides to create new cells.
Public Events & Cancer Information
An Update on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer
On Tuesday, October 23, join Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center physicians -- Raja M. Flores, of the Thoracic Service; Mark G. Kris, of the Thoracic Oncology Service; and Kenneth E. Rosenzweig, of the Department of Radiation Oncology -- for an update on the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. Topics will include: risk factors, screening, diagnosis, and treatment options for lung cancer.
Living Beyond Cancer Calendar
Our Living Beyond Cancer section of the Web site includes a calendar with searchable listings of upcoming survivorship workshops, support groups, and events.
Fertility, Pregnancy, and Parenting After Cancer Webcast
Some young cancer survivors, whether male or female, may find that treatment for their illness has left them uanble to have their own children. Those who can plan preganacies may be worried about what effect this might have on their health. Watch a Webcast overview of this important topic delivered by Charles Sklar, MD, Director of Memorial Sloan-Kettering's Long-Term Follow-Up Program.
Last Updated: Sep. 17, 2007
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