Study to Obtain Full Thickness Bladder Tissue From Subjects Undergoing Cystectomy Surgery

A Multi-Center Study to Obtain Full Thickness Bladder Tissue Specimen From Subjects Undergoing Cystectomy Surgery

The objective of this study is to obtain bladder tissue specimens from patients otherwise undergoing cystectomy for use in research and training of personnel at Tengion, Inc.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects 18 to 90 years and undergoing a cystectomy surgery
• Willing and able to give signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known active infection
• Known colonization with MRSA or VRE
• Receipt of blood or blood products for transfusion during the previous 3 months