 Perspective: Cystectomy is one of the most resource-consuming surgical procedures. Despite comprehensive shifts in paradigms in both nursing and treatment strategies throughout the last decade, the average LOS has only been modestly reduced. In addition to the newly introduced packages for diagnostics and treatment of cancer patients it is essential to strengthen the overall effort. This PhD project should be seen as a part of the endavour to fulfil all parts of the overall purpose concerning evidence-based optimisation of the rehabilitation of bladder cancer patients. Whether urological patient pathways with a pre-operative intervention can minimise post-operative complications, lead to a higher HeQoL and shorten the rehabilitation period will be highlighted. 