Some bladder cancer patients opt for intravesical therapy, which means chemotherapy is administered directly into the bladder; others benefit from approaches like immune checkpoint inhibitors, or a combination of both. During the press conference, Sanders said he chose to have his tumor surgically removed, which is called a cystectomy.

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders partnered with Depend underwear after having his bladder removed due to cancer.

Deion Sanders faced a harsh reality during a press conference. His life would be altered for fighting and beating bladder cancer. He explained that the procedure of removing his bladder had significantly affected his urinary function.