|Articles|May 31, 2022

“I Think I am Probably the Happiest Ileal Conduit Person in the World” with Vicki S.

In this special episode of Bladder Cancer Matters, BCAN associate Joslyn Brown has a frank and uplifting conversation with Vicki S., who declares herself to be the “luckiest ileal conduit person in the world.” Joslyn and Vicki talk about:

  • The symptoms that Vicki had well before her bladder removal surgery
  • How relieved she was to have her bladder taken out
  • What her recovery was like
  • How happy she is to be alive and doing well after her surgery

We also encourage you to visit our web site for additional information about bladder removal surgery (radical cystectomy) as well as life with a urinary diversion.


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