Seguimiento oncológico después de cistectomía radical basado en patrones de recidiva tumoral y sus factores de riesgo

Understanding the natural history of urothelial bladder carcinoma and the risk factors related to the appearance of tumour recurrence following cystectomy are essential for designing an appropriate follow-up protocol. The follow-up of patients with risk factors for local or systemic recurrence will achieve maximum efficiency during the first 3 years. The follow-up should be extended for patients with risk factors for presenting upper urinary tract or urethral tumours.