Analysis of Three Top Mesothelioma Biomarkers
New research confirms that some mesothelioma biomarkers are much more effective than others for detecting asbestos cancer. The news comes…
Mesothelioma Chemotherapy with Avastin Helps Pain, Neuropathy
New evidence suggests that supplementing standard mesothelioma chemotherapy with Avastin (bevacizumab) may lead to less pain. It may also reduce…
Adjuvant Radiotherapy Most Effective for Pleural Mesothelioma in Early Stages
New research shows adjuvant radiotherapy is most likely to help pleural mesothelioma patients in the early stages of the disease.…
Minimally Invasive Mesothelioma Diagnosis from Lung Fluid
Minimally invasive mesothelioma diagnosis with lung fluid may be just as effective as a tissue biopsy. That’s according to Australian…
Diagnosis | Europe | International | Symptoms | Treatments
Case Shows Swallowing Difficulty May Be Among Early Signs of Mesothelioma
The case of a Spanish mesothelioma patient suggests that difficulty swallowing can be one of the rarest early signs of…
Chemotherapy | Europe | International | Surgery | Treatments
Gel-Based Mesothelioma Treatment: A Novel Approach to Pleural Mesothelioma
Swiss scientists are developing a novel gel-based mesothelioma treatment for people with pleural disease. Early studies suggest it may be…
Asia | Biomarkers | Diagnosis | International | Prognosis
Systemic Inflammation Linked to Shorter Mesothelioma Survival
Mesothelioma patients whose bodies respond to the illness with systemic inflammation are less likely to survive. Chinese researchers have linked…
Treating Advanced Peritoneal Mesothelioma with Spray-On Oxaliplatin
European doctors have tested a new spray-on cancer drug that could be another treatment option for people with advanced peritoneal…
Tumor Treating Fields Win FDA Approval for Mesothelioma Treatment
The FDA has approved an electricity-based mesothelioma treatment known as Tumor Treating Fields (NovoTTF-100L). The treatment is approved for use…
Eating to Beat Mesothelioma: New Study Sheds Light on Diet/Cancer Link
A new study on the link between diet and cancer contains important information for patients trying to beat mesothelioma. The…