I have non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer

Non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, also called superficial bladder cancer, is a type of cancer that stays in the bladder’s lining and hasn’t spread deeper into the bladder wall.

Possible treatments

Non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, also called superficial bladder cancer, is a type of cancer that stays in the bladder’s lining and hasn’t spread deeper into the bladder wall.

If you have non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, your doctor will recommend a procedure called Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumours (TURBT) to remove the cancer.

Learn more about Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT) here.

Illustration showing metastatic spread of bladder cancer to other parts of the body.
Bladder cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

This chapter contains general information about non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

Last updated: May 2025