Protease Imaging May Track Mesothelioma
A chemical that turns certain extracellular enzymes fluorescent may offer an effective, non-invasive method for tracking the progression of malignant pleural…
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Maryland Asbestos Law: Beginning of a Trend?
The state of Maryland is cracking down on asbestos removal companies that put their workers and the public at risk for… -
Surgery | Treatments | Updates
Mesothelioma Study: Quality of Life “Acceptable” with Pneumonectomy
Mesothelioma patients who undergo lung removal surgery (pneumonectomy) can still enjoy an acceptable quality of life, in spite of the risks… -
Perifosine May Offer New Mesothelioma Treatment
The makers of the anti-cancer drug perifosine say new research suggests the drug may offer a new way to fight malignant… -
Immunotherapy May Improve Chemotherapy for Mesothelioma
A treatment designed to inhibit a cell protein called CTLA-4 may improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy for mesothelioma. Chemotherapy is… -
High Dose Radiation: Viable for Mesothelioma?
Radiation therapy may be a better option for mesothelioma than it used to be – especially when it is delivered using advanced… -
Australian Study Reveals New Mesothelioma Biomarker
A large multi-center Australian study has revealed what researchers say could be an important new biomarker for malignant mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is… -
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Pleurodesis May Impact Mesothelioma Scan Results
Mesothelioma patients who undergo a procedure called talc pleurodesis (TP) for excess lung fluid may be harder to monitor with FDG-PET/CT… -
Mesothelioma Added to 9/11 Compensation Fund
New Yorkers and first responders at risk of mesothelioma and other cancers because of 9/11 toxic exposures are now in line for… -
Advocacy Groups Call for Global Asbestos Ban
A British organization established to support victims of mesothelioma is joining the call for a total ban on the substance that causes…
