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,…
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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…
