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Stages of Bladder Cancer
The stage of a cancer means how much it has grown or spread. Bladder cancer starts in the inner layer of the bladder and moves outward.
- In stages 0 and I, cancer is found in just the inner layer.
- In stage II, cancer is found in the muscle layer.
- In stage III, the cancer is found outside the bladder. Or it has spread to nearby organs, such as the prostate, uterus, or vagina.
- In stage IV, the cancer is found in the belly. Or it has spread to another part of the body, such as the liver, lungs, or bones.
Current as of: October 25, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
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