Inflammatory Markers May Predict Mesothelioma Prognosis
Researchers say they have identified several signs of inflammation in patients with malignant mesothelioma that might be used to predict…
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Asbestos Causes Autoimmune Responses Connected to Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma and lung cancer are not the only risks associated with exposure to toxic minerals like asbestos. A study out… -
Asbestos Causes Autoimmine Responses Connected to Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma and lung cancer are not the only risks associated with exposure to toxic minerals like asbestos. A study out… -
Surgery | Treatments | Updates
Long Term Survival Possible with CRS/HIPEC for Mesothelioma
There’s hopeful news for peritoneal mesothelioma patients facing the prospect of surgery. A new study on the benefits of cytoreductive… -
Factors Predict Long-Term Survival After Mesothelioma Surgery
Two thoracic surgeons from Glenfield Hospital in Leicester, England have come up with a list of factors they say can… -
Test May Distinguish Mesothelioma from Benign Conditions
One of the biggest challenges for patients and clinicians dealing with malignant pleural mesothelioma is just getting a definitive diagnosis.… -
Improved Mesothelioma Survival with Surgery/Radiation Combo
A cancer center in Canada is reporting a 3-year survival rate among 84% of their epithelial mesothelioma patients – a… -
Rise in Asbestos Claims Not Hurting James Hardie’s Bottom Line
Australian construction company James Hardie says a rise in mesothelioma claims from former workers exposed to asbestos on the job… -
Mesothelioma Treatment May Get a Boost from Pineapple Enzyme
There’s new evidence that an enzyme found in pineapples may make peritoneal mesothelioma cells more susceptible to the toxic effects… -
Bill Will Support Firefighters with Mesothelioma
A New Hampshire legislator is pushing to fund a mandate that would help support firefighters who contract malignant mesothelioma. A…
