Understanding the New Multimodality Prognostic Score (MMPS) in Mesothelioma
The Multimodality Prognostic Score (MMPS) is a new tool for evidence-based mesothelioma treatment. It has given clinicians and surgeons a…
Treatment Combination for Younger Pre-Treated Mesothelioma Patients
There are many systemic therapies recommended for mesothelioma patients. Different therapies may work best for different patient populations. Different therapies…
A New Prognostic Signature Discovered for Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Immune-related genes play an important role in malignant pleural mesothelioma prognosis. They can affect the tumor immune microenvironment and affect…
New Enzyme Study Highlights a Potential New Mesothelioma Treatment
Maryland researchers say an enzyme in mesothelioma tissues could be key to fighting this deadly cancer. Doctors at the University…
MicroRNAs in Cancer Development and Mesothelioma Personalized Medicine
A special issue was published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine. Dr. Alessandra Pulliero from the University of Genoa in…
Mesothelioma and MRI Scans: Using an Old Tool in a New Way
Imaging scans are an important tool in helping clinicians diagnose mesothelioma. These scans include X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and…
Using Electric Fields to Treat Tumors: Combining Standard and Innovative Treatments
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer and standard therapies are limited. So most patients consider one or more different treatments. Different…
Gender Differences in Men versus Women with Mesothelioma
Asbestos is toxic and cancer-causing for human beings. Asbestos causes mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases. Asbestos-related diseases affect men…
Body Swelling and Joint Pain in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
The diagnosis of malignant pleural mesothelioma often includes widespread body inflammation. Inflammation and body swelling occur when white blood cells…
Living With Mesothelioma: Coping Strategies to Find Hope
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. One key question remains unanswered. How do diagnosed patients experience living…