Stage 4A Bladder Cancer diagnosis means that the Cancer has either:

Spread to the wall of your abdomen or pelvis as indicated on the lower right by the letter a),

or

The cancer has spread to the lymph nodes that are above your common iliac arteries as noted by the letter b).  These are the major arteries found on either side of your pelvis.  The lymph nodes can be seen here at the top of the image in green.

What Tests Will I Need and Why?

Urine, Blood and Imaging tests are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.

Tissue analysis is done through a biopsy to identify the cancer cell type, which is critical to finding the best treatment option for you.

Stage 4 bladder cancer is usually treated with chemotherapy and, more recently, with immunotherapy.

Re-read this summary as needed and then tap, “Compare My Treatment Options Now“. Our unique Comparison Page will help you understand your FDA-approved treatment options including, who can help you pay for your treatment, where and how each is given and what side-effects you may experience.

Stage 4B Bladder Cancer diagnosis means that the Bladder Cancer has spread from your bladder to other parts of your body such as the lung, liver or bones as shown here on the right.

What Tests Will I Need and Why?

Urine, Blood and Imaging tests are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.

Tissue analysis is done through a biopsy to identify the cancer cell type, which is critical to finding the best treatment option for you.

Stage 4 bladder cancer is usually treated with chemotherapy and, more recently, with immunotherapy.

Re-read this summary as needed and then tap, “Compare My Treatment Options Now“. Our unique Comparison Page will help you understand your FDA-approved treatment options including, who can help you pay for your treatment, where and how each is given and what side-effects you may experience.