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Invasive urothelial carcinoma
Definition
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Carcinoma derived from the urothelial lining of the urinary tract that invades into the underlying tissues
Clinical features
Epidemiology
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Urothelial carcinoma occurs most often in the urinary bladder with lower incidence in the kidneys, ureters, and urethra.
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Urothelial carcinoma is the most common type of bladder cancer in the United States.
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Males are affected three- to fourfold more frequently than are females.
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Smoking and occupational exposure to aromatic amines are the most significant risk factors.
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