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| Transitional Cell Carcinoma |
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| Symptoms |
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DOGS: Difficulty and increased frequency urinating. Blood in urine. |
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| Likely Location / Spread |
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DOGS: Starts in bladder; spreads to lymph nodes, liver and lungs. |
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| Treatment Options | |
DOGS: Surgically remove as much of the tumor as possible. Primary treatment with radiation and chemotherapy. |
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| Treatment Side Effects |
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DOGS: Various based upon what treatment is being given. |
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| Treatment Duration | |
DOGS: Chemotherapy weekly or every 3 weeks, depending upon protocol. |
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| Likely Outcome | |
DOGS: Without therapy: short survival time. With therapy: 9-12 months or more. |
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