The Role of Surgery in Pleural Mesothelioma
Pleural Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure. The outlook for this disease is often poor,…
Mesothelioma Treatment: Understanding Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC
Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare cancer linked to asbestos exposure. It’s aggressive. However, a promising option combines cytoreductive surgery (CRS)…
Navigating Surgical Resection for Pleural Mesothelioma: Insights from Expert Commentary
Valerie Rusch, MD, from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, has released a new opinion commentary. It examines the evolution of…
Surgical Procedures for Mesothelioma: Understanding Extrapleural Pneumonectomy for Sarcoma
There are two common surgical procedures for mesothelioma: extrapleural pneumonectomy and pleurectomy decortication. Extrapleural pneumonectomy involves removing the lung affected…
Understanding Postoperative Pleural Empyema in Mesothelioma Patients
Pleural mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos exposure, can be challenging to treat. Surgery is a key part of the…
Surgical Intervention in Pleural Mesothelioma: A Key to Improved Survival
Pleural mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer with a poor prognosis. The impact of surgery on mesothelioma patient survival is…
The Crucial Role of Initial Tests in Mesothelioma Treatment
Mesothelioma diagnosis and treatment begin with a series of initial tests to determine the specific type of the disease. A…
Mesothelioma Treatment Roadmap: Connecting Chemotherapy Response and Surgical Outcomes
Mesothelioma patients who do not respond well to chemotherapy before surgery are likely to have poor outcomes after the procedure.…
How Photodynamic Therapy is Changing the Game for Mesothelioma Patients
When it comes to treating a tough cancer like malignant pleural mesothelioma, doctors use many different methods. One important way…
Safer Surgery for Mesothelioma Patients: Promising Strategies Revealed in Recent Study
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania tested four strategies to make mesothelioma surgery safer for patients. Enhancing Mesothelioma Surgery Safety…