Why Genetic Testing for Mesothelioma Patients Is Now Essential
A new study published in JAMA Network Open recommends that doctors should run genetic tests on their mesothelioma patients to make sure they get the right care. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Chicago and the University of Wisconsin. Mesothelioma is a serious type of cancer that mainly affects the lungs and abdomen. People with this cancer usually don’t live very long, around 18 months on average. The place where the cancer is found can affect how long someone lives. People with mesothelioma in the abdomen might live a bit longer than those with it in the lungs. The main cause of mesothelioma is being exposed to asbestos. There is also a chance that some people…