Recurring Collapsed Lung as an Early Indicator of Malignant Mesothelioma
A new article highlights the link between a collapsed lung and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma, caused by asbestos exposure, can present unexpectedly.…
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New Way to Identify Biopsy Sites to Diagnose Mesothelioma
A study in Cancer Diagnosis and Prognosis explores a new way to identify biopsy sites to diagnose mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is… -
Biomarkers | Biopsy | Diagnosis | International | Prognosis
Serum IgG4: A New Biomarker for Mesothelioma Pleural Effusion
Egyptian scientists say a new biomarker is very good at identifying mesothelioma. Pleural effusions are pockets of excess fluid. They… -
Asbestos | Biomarkers | Biopsy | Diagnosis
New Tips for Diagnosing Malignant Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer that often mimics other conditions. This can make it difficult to get a… -
Combining Cytology and Immunology for a Less Invasive Mesothelioma Diagnosis
An invasive surgical or tissue biopsy is often required to get a definitive mesothelioma diagnosis. But a new hybrid exam… -
Mesothelioma Mimics Ovarian Cancer: Lessons from a Case Report
Mesothelioma mimics ovarian cancer in a new report by Radiology Case Reports. Mesothelioma is a rare and very aggressive tumor… -
Biomarkers | Biopsy | Diagnosis | Europe | International
Diagnostic Accuracy of Lung Fluid Tests for Mesothelioma
Researchers in Germany say the diagnostic accuracy of lung fluid tests for mesothelioma is high enough that they can be… -
Asia | Biopsy | Diagnosis | International
Misdiagnosis of Mesothelioma More Common with Cytology Alone
A new set of case reports illustrates how easily misdiagnosis of mesothelioma can happen when the diagnosis is based on… -
Biopsy | Diagnosis | New Studies | Research
Immunohistochemical Staining and Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma: Beyond the Lab
When it comes to understanding individual cases of sarcomatoid mesothelioma, doctors should not rely too heavily on immunohistochemical staining. That… -
Biopsy | Diagnosis | Europe | International | Surgery | Treatments
Mesothelioma Subtypes Often Misclassified by Biopsy
Pleural biopsy is not perfect when it comes to telling the difference between the three mesothelioma subtypes. But misclassification could…
