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What You Need to Know about
Cancer of the Urinary Bladder

Content of Booklet:
   Introduction
   The Bladder
   What Is Cancer?
   Bladder Cancer
   Symptoms
   Diagnosis and Staging
   Treatment
      Getting a Second Opinion
      Preparing for Treatment
      Methods of Treatment
   Clinical Trials
   Side Effects of Treatment
      Surgery
      Radiation Therapy
      Chemotherapy
      Biological Therapy
   Nutrition for Cancer Patients
   Rehabilitation
   Recovery and Outlook
   Followup Care
   Support for People With Cancer
   Possible Causes and Prevention
   The Promise of Cancer Research
   Other Booklets
   Glossary

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