After an instillation of doxorubicin (Adriamycin)into the bladder for treatment of cancer in situ,the patient is then:

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Doxorubicin (Adriamycin)has been found to help patients with bladder carcinoma in situ (site of origin)by reducing tumor recurrence and by eliminating residual malignant cells after surgery.The solution is instilled into the bladder via a urinary catheter.The catheter is clamped for 2 hours and the patient's position is changed every 15 to 30 minutes.Treatments are continued weekly for 6 weeks with possible maintenance doses.

After an Instillation of Doxorubicin (Adriamycin)into the Bladder for Treatment