I have yet to see the consultant who performed the procedure about four weeks ago. I now have an appointment with a uro nurse tomorrow. Why is this please?
In many hospitals, it is normal after a TURBT for the first appointment to be with a urology nurse.. They'll check how you are and how you are healing. They may also explain any results if they are available, and talk through what the next steps may be.
Consultants are often seen later if a more detailed discussion or treatment planning is needed.
If you are feeling worried about this you can ask the nurse why you are seeing them first and when you'll get to speak with the consultant.
I hope this helps. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
I saw the urology nurse this morning. It was a lot to take in despite taking some brief notes. (There is a leaflet I need to plough through too.)
I am now looking at those notes and trying to understand the feedback she gave to me. I would be grateful for your help making sense of what I've been told.
The consultant wrote as a conclusion to his detailed report: 'G2 pT1 invasive capillary urothelial carcinoma.'
Urothelial cells I understand line the bladder?
The word invasive is concerning?
Given that 30/40% of bladder cancer come back, I have agreed to begin a six week course of BCG therapy on Monday next on the understanding that this is a preventative method of immunotherapy.
I think I understand the G2 to represent Grade 2 (intermediate) .. The tumour was bigger than 3cm. I take it G2 means moderately aggressive? Is G2 equal to stage 2?
The pT1 it seems is based on p pathological/microscopic findings. T1 was described as A/1 high I am confused by this too??
