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Deion Sanders Declares Himself Cancer-Free After Bladder Removal Surgery

Monday’s press conference in Boulder with his medical team revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis, surgery outcome, plan to resume coaching

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders posted an update on social media ahead of his press conference.
Deion Sanders has faced significant health challenges, including foot amputations due to blood clots. (Photo by Stacy Revere / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
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Overview

  • Sanders announced he was diagnosed with a cancerous bladder tumor in April and elected to have his entire bladder removed.
  • Dr. Janet Kukreja and the UCHealth team confirmed that post-surgery scans show Sanders is now cancer-free.
  • During recovery he lost about 25 pounds and now uses a catheter and urostomy bag, waking multiple times each night.
  • Sanders revealed he drew up a will in May amid fears for his life and kept the full diagnosis from his sons to protect their focus.
  • He has returned to Boulder to prepare for fall camp and intends to lead the Buffaloes this season under his five-year extension.