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Blue Light Cystoscopy: Improving Bladder Cancer Detection

with Dr. Suzanne Merrill

What is the role of blue light cystoscopy in bladder cancer? In this episode, Dr. Suzette Sutherland interviews Dr. Suzanne Merrill from Colorado Urology about the benefits of this technology in the diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer, and how to implement it into your practice.

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Ep 186 Blue Light Cystoscopy: Improving Bladder Cancer Detection with Dr. Suzanne Merrill

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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, August 27). Ep. 186 – Blue Light Cystoscopy: Improving Bladder Cancer Detection [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Suzanne Merrill

Dr. Suzanne Merrill is a urologic oncologist with Colorado Urology in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Suzette Sutherland

Dr. Suzette Sutherland is a urogynecologist with Arizona Urology Specialists in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Synopsis

The doctors start by discussing the advantages of using blue light cystoscopy, including better detection rates of Ta and T1 lesions and the reduction of cancer recurrence by as much as 11%. They highlight the importance of complete transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) and patient compliance. Dr. Merrill emphasizes the necessity of accurate risk stratification and the logistics of real-life incorporation. Finally, she also comments on new bladder cancer technologies, such as narrow band imaging.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
03:45 - Epidemiology and Risk of Bladder Cancer
05:48 - AUA Guidelines for Bladder Cancer
08:01 - Mechanism and Benefits of Blue Light Cystoscopy
10:33 - Practical Applications
34:48 - Conclusion

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