Carcinoma of the urinary bladder:Question 20Select one:a.May mimic an acute UTI with irritability and haematuria.b.May be successfully treated using only intravesical agents even if it invades the bladder muscle.c.Is primarily of squamous cell origin.d.Is preferentially treated by radiation.e.Is preferentially treated by partial cystectomy

The correct answer is:

a. May mimic an acute UTI with irritability and haematuria.

Explanation: Carcinoma of the urinary bladder often presents with symptoms similar to a urinary tract infection (UTI), such as irritability and haematuria (blood in the urine). This is because the tumor can irritate the bladder lining, causing these symptoms. The other options are generally not true. While some bladder cancers may be treated with intravesical agents, this is typically not sufficient if the cancer has invaded the bladder muscle. Most bladder cancers are urothelial (transitional cell) carcinomas, not squamous cell. Treatment options for bladder cancer often include surgery (such as a radical cystectomy), chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. Radiation therapy and partial cystectomy may be used in certain cases, but they are not the preferred treatment options for most bladder cancers.