Can bladder cancer metastasize?

Bladder cancer can metastasize, and the main ways of metastasis are direct infiltration, lymphatic metastasis, blood metastasis and so on. Bladder cancer is mainly uroepithelial cancer, which can be caused by smoking and other reasons. The main way of metastasis of bladder cancer is lymphatic metastasis, which can be transferred to lymph nodes in the pelvic occlusion and other places through lymphatic circulation. Besides, it can also spread directly to invade nearby tissues and organs. Hematogenous metastasis often occurs in the late stage of the disease and spreads to distant organs such as liver and lungs through blood. In addition, implantation metastasis can be transferred to urethral epithelium, abdominal incision and other places. The most common symptom of bladder cancer is hematuria, as well as frequent and urgent urination. The main treatment is surgery, and chemotherapy and so on are also available. If bladder cancer is suspected or diagnosed, it is necessary to go to regular hospitals in time to receive treatment.