LONG-TERM BENEFIT OF 5-AMINOLEVULINIC ACID FLUORESCENCE ASSISTED TRANSURETHRAL RESECTION OF SUPERFICIAL BLADDER CANCER: 5-YEAR RESULTS OF A PROSPECTIVE RANDOMIZED STUDY

The initial advantage of improved tumor detection and decreased recurrence rates by ALA fluorescence assisted TUR is maintained for years, and effectively reduces morbidity and costs in patients with superficial bladder tumors.