Recent Advances in Immunotherapy in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is rare and often has a poor outlook in cancer treatment. Immunotherapy, especially immune checkpoint inhibitors, has…
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…
Navigating the Diagnosis of Mesothelioma: Insights from Expert Guidelines
Mesothelioma is a rare and hard-to-diagnose tumor. It poses challenges for patients and caregivers. However, the International Mesothelioma Interest Group…
Navigating Treatment Options for Pleural Mesothelioma: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers
Pleural mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer often caused by asbestos exposure. Sadly, its slow onset and few treatment choices…
Advice for Mesothelioma Patients and Caregivers: Understanding Blood-Based Biomarkers
A pleural mesothelioma diagnosis can overwhelm patients and caregivers. However, knowing about recent research can help in making treatment decisions.…
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 Symptom Burden in Palliative Care
Palliative care is pivotal in improving the quality of life for patients with life-threatening illnesses like mesothelioma. But, understanding the…
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…
Unveiling the Genetic Landscape of Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Peritoneal mesothelioma poses a tough challenge in cancer care because it is aggressive and hard to treat. It is often…
Navigating Treatment Options for Mesothelioma Patients: Immediate vs. Deferred Therapy
Mesothelioma, a rare cancer linked to asbestos, poses treatment challenges. A new study asks if immediate total therapy is always…