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Even if there are no auto-suggestions within the search field, hit "Search" anyway, as you may still get results. Displaying 1-2 out of 2 doctors available Last Name Initial: S Paras H. Shah, M.D. Oncologist Urologist Rochester, MN Areas of focus: Robotic surgery, Bladder removal, Nephrectomy, Prostatectomy, Partial nephrectomy, Urinary diversion, Laparoscopic surg...ery, Robotic prostatectomy, Laparoscopic kidney surgery, Kidney cancer, Benign prostatic hyperplasia, Prostate cancer, Bladder cancer, Ureteral cancer Show more areas of focus for Paras H. Shah, M.D. Vidit Sharma, M.D. Urologist Rochester, MN Areas of focus: Bladder removal, Nephrectomy, Prostatectomy, Partial nephrectomy, Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection for testicular ...cancer, Lymphadenectomy, Nephroureterectomy, Kidney cancer, Prostate cancer, Bladder cancer, Testicular cancer, Penile cancer, Renal cell carcinoma, Kidney mass Show more areas of focus for Vidit Sharma, M.D. ResearchMayo Clinic doctors continually do research on new treatments to try before cystectomy, during cystectomy and if needed, after cystectomy. Mayo Clinic basic science researchers also developed immunotherapy for recurrent or metastatic bladder cancer. Mayo Clinic doctors and scientists are studying ways to improve outcomes and quality of life for people having a cystectomy. Mayo Clinic was the top recruiter and the main site of a national clinical trial comparing open cystectomy and robotic cystectomy, including cancer outcomes, surgical complications and health-related quality of life after the procedures. Learn more about urology research. Mayo Clinic doctors maintain the country's largest cystectomy registry, which follows patients who have had cystectomy surgery at Mayo Clinic. The records and specimens kept are reviewed for symptoms that could have predicted complications or cancer recurrence. Registry information also can help answer questions about the need for follow-up after surgery. Ask your surgeon if you may contribute to the future of medicine through one of these research opportunities. Researchers also are studying ways to improve bladder cancer diagnosis and treatment. Cancer research is conducted in coordination with the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center receives funding from the National Cancer Institute and is designated as a comprehensive cancer center. This is recognition for an institution's scientific excellence and multidisciplinary resources focused on cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. PublicationsSee a list of publications about cystectomy by Mayo Clinic doctors on PubMed, a service of the National Library of Medicine. Research Profiles Edit search filters close Narrow your search By location Arizona Florida Minnesota View all View all physicians • All Locations Andrews, Paul E. M.D. Arizona Boorjian, Stephen A. M.D. Minnesota Frank, Igor M.D. Minnesota Karnes, R. Jeffrey M.D. Minnesota Lyon, Timothy D. M.D. Florida Thompson, R. Houston M.D. Minnesota Tollefson, Matthew K. M.D. Minnesota By Mayo Clinic Staff Bladder removal surgery (cystectomy) care at Mayo Clinic Request an appointment AboutCare at Mayo Clinic July 02, 2024 Print Show references AskMayoExpert. Urinary diversion. MayoClinic; 2023. Partin AW, et al., eds. Tumors of the bladder. In: Campbell Walsh Wein Handbook of Urology. Elsevier; 2022. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Aron M. Radical cystectomy. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Urinary diversion. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/urinary-diversion. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Sperling CD, et al. Urinary diversion: Core curriculum 2021. American Journal of Kidney Diseases. 2021: doi:10.1053/j.ajkd.2020.12.023. Shariat SF, et al. Urinary diversion and reconstruction following cystectomy. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Preparing for surgery: Checklist. American Society of Anesthesiologists. https://www.asahq.org/madeforthismoment/preparing-for-surgery/prep/preparing-for-surgery-checklist/. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Recovery. American Society of Anesthesiologists. https://www.asahq.org/madeforthismoment/preparing-for-surgery/recovery/. Accessed Jan. 29, 2024. Ami TR. Allscripts EPSi. Mayo Clinic. Feb. 8, 2022. Related Bladder cancer Cystectomy incision sites Female urinary system Ileal conduit Male urinary system Neobladder reconstruction Neobladder urinary diversion Overactive bladder Robotic bladder surgery Robotic cystectomy Robotic cystectomy Stoma and pouching system Show more related content News from Mayo Clinic Bladder cancer: Research is driving new treatment options, better outcomes May 25, 2024, 11:00 a.m. CDT Products & Services A Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book Available Ostomy Supplies from Mayo Clinic Store Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital Edition Show more products and services from Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, has been recognized as one of the top Urology hospital in the nation for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. 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