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.…
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…
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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…
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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…