Mesothelioma Cancer Info

The endothelial lining of blood vessels, lymphatic vessels spaces and serous membranes sometimes give rise to tumors that may be malignant.

They might result from the pleura (Pleural mesothelioma) and, rarely, the peritoneum (Peritoneal Mesothelioma) or the pericardium (pericardial mesothelioma). Inhalation of asbestos can cause their development, blue asbestos fibres have particularly been demonstrated a cause this.

Pleural mesothelioma
The pleura is often secondarily affected by cancer of the breast or lung cancer, Pleural mesothelioma is a malignant tumor that should be mentioned the serious disease nature and also because of the financial compensation the victim has the right to in most cases.

Pleural mesothelioma is an aggressive tumor that is related to exposure to asbestos, and it is a notifiable disease because people may be eligible for compensation.

Signs and symptoms of Pleural mesothelioma
-Unilateral (one sided) a pleural effusion (fluid in the pleura)
-Shortness of breath
-Chest pain
-In advanced weight loss
-Fever and sweating at night in case advanced

Diagnosis
-CT scan shows a pleural thickening with lung compression.
Thorascopic - biopsy (surgeon made a hole in the chest to get to the pleura sample and takes for laboratory tests)

Treatment of Pleural mesothelioma
The disease follows a progressive course of more than 12 to 24 months. Cure is rarely possible because the tumor does not respond to radiation therapy or chemotherapy and palliative care is difficult, rescue and support measures are better prepared at an early stage mainly comes if possible, extend the life of the victim. New forms of treatment have started to emerge, but the results have not been well proven.

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