A crucial step in diagnosing bladder cancer is to diagnose the stage of the cancer. Dr. Keane, of the South Carolina cancer center at MUSC, discusses the pros and cons of removing the tumor, as well as the various bladder cancer treatments necessary to eradicate the cancer and the frequency of treatments. Dr. Keane also emphasizes the role smoking has on the cancer and the importance to quit smoking if diagnosed with bladder cancer in this cancer podcast. Learn more about MUSC's South Carolina cancer center today at http://www.muschealth.com/cancer/index.htm