Consensus-Based Development of a Surgical Checklist for Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor: An Initiative of the Japanese Society of Urologic Oncology

This study aimed to develop a nationwide, consensus-based surgical checklist to standardize transurethral resection of bladder tumor procedures and documentation.

In 2025, the Japanese Society of Urologic Oncology convened a working group of 20 bladder cancer specialist urologists to develop a national surgical checklist for transurethral resection of bladder tumors. A 12-member steering committee reviewed available evidence and proposed 30 candidate items. Using a modified Delphi approach, all members rated each item online, with consensus predefined as ≥ 75% agreement. Iterative revisions incorporating public comments and external expert input produced the final checklist.