Genitourinary (GU) Cancer
Genitourinary oncology is dedicated to the treatment of tumors located in the urinary system and the male reproductive system. Prostate cancer is by far the most common cancer among this class of diseases. Because these cancers impact a variety of organs, within the male and female body, they require a unique treatment plan, individualized to the distinct needs of each patient.
Our patients diagnosed with a genitourinary malignancy can expect exceptional, compassionate care from our multidisciplinary team of urologists, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists.
Diagnostics for Genitourinary Malignancies
Following confirmation of genitourinary cancer, our providers may recommend additional tests to determine if the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
Tests
- Biopsy
- Cystoscopy
- PSA Testing
- Urine Cytology
Imaging
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET) CT
- Radionuclide Scanning
- Ultrasonography
- X-Rays with and/or without Contrast
Types of Genitourinary Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney (Renal Cell) Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Renal Pelvis and Urethral Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Urothelial Cancer
- Wilms Tumor
Treatments for Genitourinary Cancer
- Chemotherapy
- Cryoablation
- Hormone Therapy
- Immune Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Radium-223
- Surgery
- Targeted Therapy