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Research and clinical trials for bladder cancer

Researchers around the world are looking into the diagnosis, treatment and quality of life after bladder cancer. Find out more about taking part in clinical trials.

Bladder cancer research

Researchers are looking at better ways to diagnose, detect and treat bladder cancer.

Find a clinical trial

Our clinical trials database has open, closed and result summaries of trials in the UK.

What clinical trials are

Trials aim to find out if a new treatment or procedure is safe or better than a current treatment.

How to join a clinical trial

If you see a trial you're interested in, discuss it with your doctor or specialist.

What you should know

Before you agree to take part in a clinical trial, researchers must explain to you what it involves.

Last reviewed: 22 Sept 2025

Next review due: 22 Sept 2028

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