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Pleural Effusion in Mesothelioma: Comparing Solutions
A new study says, when it comes to pleural effusion in mesothelioma, the two main solutions are pretty equal –…
Asia | Biomarkers | Diagnosis | International
Epithelioid Mesothelioma and Lung Cancer: Biomarker Shows Which is Which
Researchers from Hiroshima University say they have found a nearly foolproof way to tell the difference between epithelioid mesothelioma and…
Opdivo for Mesothelioma Recurrence is Safe and Effective, Study Finds
A new Japanese study appears to show that Opdivo for mesothelioma recurrence after surgery is safe and effective. Opdivo (nivolumab)…
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Herb-like Compound May Be Alternative Treatment for Mesothelioma
A man-made version of a traditional Chinese herb could be an alternative treatment for mesothelioma. Turkish researchers have published a…
Asia | Biomarkers | International | Prognosis
PD-L1 Expression and Mesothelioma Prognosis
The largest study yet on PD-L1 expression and mesothelioma prognosis shows that patients with more of this protein in their…
Photoimmunotherapy for Mesothelioma Reduces Tumor Volume in Mice
Japanese researchers testing photoimmunotherapy for mesothelioma say they used the technology to successfully reduce the size of tumors in mice.…
Asia | Chemotherapy | International | Symptoms | Treatments
Predicting Kidney Damage from Chemotherapy for Mesothelioma
It may be possible to predict which mesothelioma patients are at risk for kidney damage from chemotherapy and take steps…
PD-L1 Inhibitor Nivolumab Works Well in New Mesothelioma Study
A study of the PD-L1 inhibitor nivolumab showed “safety and efficacy” in mesothelioma patients who failed with other treatments. Nivolumab…
Immunotherapy Prompts “Remarkable Response” in Sarcomatoid Pleural Mesothelioma
Japanese doctors are reporting a remarkable response from the immunotherapy drug nivolumab in a patient with sarcomatoid pleural mesothelioma. Sarcomatoid…
Herbal Medicine for Mesothelioma Treatment: A Case Report
A group of South Korean doctors have published an account of a patient who is keeping his cancer at bay…