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Another interesting study is called, “Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Followed by Extrapleural Pneumonectomy in Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma” by Walter Weder, Peter Kestenholz, Christian Taverna, Stefan Bodis, Didier Lardinois, Monika Jerman, Rolf A. Stahel – Journal of Clinical Oncology, Vol 22, No 17 (September 1), 2004: pp. 3451-3457.  Here is an excerpt: “PATIENTS AND METHODS: Eligible patients had MPM with clinical stage T1-3, N0-2, M0 disease considered to be completely resectable and a WHO performance status of 0 to 2. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy consisted of three cycles of cisplatin 80 mg/m2 on day 1 and gemcitabine 1,000 mg/m2 on days 1, 8, and 15, given every 28 days. Surgery had to consist of a complete extrapleural pneumonectomy, including resection of pericardium and diaphragm. Postoperative radiotherapy was to be considered for all patients.

RESULTS: Nineteen patients with MPM were included in this pilot study. According to the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer prognostic score, two patients were in the good prognosis group, and 17 patients were in the poor prognosis group. The response rate to neoadjuvant chemotherapy was 32%. The major toxicity was thrombocytopenia. Extrapleural pneumonectomy was performed in 16 patients with no perioperative mortality. Major surgical complications occurred in six patients, and all were treated successfully. Thirteen patients received postoperative radiotherapy. The median survival time was 23 months. Two patients remain alive and free of disease 41 and 38 months after initiation of therapy. Continue reading ‘Mesothelioma and Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy’ »

There are different ways in which one can develop Mesothelioma cancer, but the end result is more or less the same. However, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t put an interest and try to find out what it is exactly that caused you to fall ill, because you might stand to make a lot of money. The monetary aspect aside, there are other reasons that you might want to factor in so that you learn what exactly cause the disease in the first place. After all, knowing the reasons for developing it is somewhat reliving than being completely in the dark.

Occupational Hazards

There are certain kinds of professions which are prone to end up causing Mesothelioma cancer if the person involved is not careful. Hence, it is vital to know about this in advance so that you don’t end contracting the condition without being aware of what it is that you are doing. The individuals that are employed in trades and industries like construction or maritime industries are much more likely of contracting this condition compared to the others. The worst part is that family members and other people that would come in contact with these individuals are also quite likely to contract the condition. Continue reading ‘Mesothelioma Cancer: What Can Cause It?’ »

There are a number of diseases that you would want to be wary about in the world today, but there are some diseases which are more dangerous than the others. These are the ones that you would really wish to do something about but might not be successful in the end. One such disease would have to be Mesothelioma, which is one of the most lethal diseases to affect mankind today. There are a number of reasons why people would want to be scared of this disease, and once you learn all about it, you too will realize why people are so petrified about it.

What It Is Actually

Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer that is observed in certain kinds of human beings. It is developed in the lungs, and eventually causes lungs to collapse and become pretty much useless. Most of the people that have this disease have the pleural Mesothelioma, which is the cancer on the membrane that surrounds the lungs. This is not the only site for this disease, as there are cases of abdominal infections and also reproductive organs getting damaged in certain cases. Depending on your body, it can affect pretty much anywhere, in some cases quite lethally as well. Continue reading ‘Mesothelioma: The Silent Killer’ »

Asbestos undoubtedly is the most sought after material in the building and construction industry.  It is sturdy and is corrosion free.  Asbestos is one of the components of the silicate family and this is the reason for its high resistance to electricity, chemicals and biodegradation.  Moreover, it is a good insulator and is burn resistant too.  Asbestos is the only material which has all these qualities and hence it is so popular.  However, asbestos can be quite hazardous and has proved to be fatal for people dealing or who are in regular contact with it.  They are made of microscopic fibers which are in bunch.  These fibers get separated when asbestos get damaged and the harmful substances percolate in the air.  They get into your lungs and affect the respiratory organs.  It could lead to serious illnesses. One of the most common diseases which affect people working in construction sites is that of asbestos cancer. Continue reading ‘Asbestos Cancer – Most Common In The Construction Industry’ »

Health is wealth – this saying is so true. But many times, we find that we tend to take our health for granted and pay a heavy price in the long run. Knowing how many grave problems asbestos can cause itself is enough to ensure that we take possible preventative measures.

Mesothelioma is a cancerous condition wherein the serous membrane is affected. Mesothelium engulfs the main body organs. It is caused due to inhalation of asbestos fibers. One may not even be aware that he or she is suffering from this health condition, till detected. The disease takes twenty to thirty years till the person actually comes to know about it. Some of the symptoms of mesothelioma cancer are very similar to the normal symptoms of other health condition. Moreover, diagnosing the disease in the early stages is not quite possible as the symptoms resemble any other normal health condition.

Some of the common problems people suffering from Mesothelioma face are difficulty in breathing due to accumulation of phlegm in the chest well. This is referred to as pleural effusion. As the fluid clogs the walls of the chest, the lung capacity to expand is reduced and this is the reason why people experience breathing problems. Continue reading ‘Mesothelioma Cancer’ »

Have you ever heard of mesothelioma? If you are not aware of what exactly is mesothelioma, in this article we will tell you about this type of disease. Basically this is a rare kind of cancer which generally arises from the cells lining the sacs of the chest or the abdomen.

There are two major cell types of mesothelioma. These are the epithelial and the sarcomatoid. In some cases there is only one type of cell while in the other there can be combination of both the types of cells. The occurrence of sarcomatoid is rare. In some cases, the mesothelioma can also occur from benign and the non-malignant cells. However, this type of mesothelioma cancer can be treated surgically. Continue reading ‘Know More About Mesothelioma’ »

Mesothelioma is a kind cancer which is not very frequent. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms of mesothelioma, you will first be diagnosed. Only proper diagnosis would indicate whether you are really suffering from the cancer.

In the initial stage, the mesothelioma cancer is diagnosed with the help of a CT Scan of either the chest or the abdomen. At times an X-ray can also be conducted. However, if the symptoms are excessive, a pathological exam will be conducted. This exam is done through biopsy if an abnormal tissue is found in your body. The doctor will cut a small piece of this abnormal tissue from the area of the problem and would test for the detection of the mesothelioma.

If your problem is too serious, your doctor may ask you to conduct the other following examinations. These may include thoracoscopy and peritoneoscopy Continue reading ‘The Different Procedures Of Diagnosis For Mesothelioma’ »

Mesothelioma cancer is generally found among those people who have been exposed to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally-occurring material found in the altered industries. These are useful in certain respects but are also harmful to a great extent. In course of mining and manufacturing fibers may be dislodged from the mineral which get attached to the clothes or hair. Over time, the workers inhale the asbestos and this in turn may lead to the development of cancer.

The amount of asbestos inhalation determines the spread of cancer. This disease is also known as asbestos lung cancer. At times, an exposure of only one or two months can result in Mesothelioma. The fibers reach the lungs and progress rapidly. Slowly they move to the lower portion of the lungs and infect the system. However, the cancer can occur after 30-40 years after the exposure to asbestos because it is in this time when the asbestos spreads and reacts in the body. In some cases, it might also occur after 70 years.

The disease occurs generally to persons who are more than 40 years old. However, through out the year only few cases of Mesothelioma are recorded. Still it is better for the persons who are exposed to asbestos to take proper precautions in order to prevent the occurrence of this disease. Continue reading ‘Exposure To Asbestos Results In Mesothelioma Cancer’ »

Mesothelioma is a kind cancer which is not very frequent. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms of mesothelioma, you will first be diagnosed. Only proper diagnosis would indicate whether you are really suffering from the cancer.

In the initial stage, the mesothelioma cancer is diagnosed with the help of a CT Scan of either the chest or the abdomen. At times an X-ray can also be conducted. However, if the symptoms are excessive, a pathological exam will be conducted. This exam is done through biopsy if an abnormal tissue is found in your body. The doctor will cut a small piece of this abnormal tissue from the area of the problem and would test for the detection of the mesothelioma.

If your problem is too serious, your doctor may ask you to conduct the other following examinations. These may include thoracoscopy and peritoneoscopy Continue reading ‘The Different Procedures Of Diagnosis For Mesothelioma’ »

Mesothelioma cancer is generally found among those people who have been exposed to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally-occurring material found in the altered industries. These are useful in certain respects but are also harmful to a great extent. In course of mining and manufacturing fibers may be dislodged from the mineral which get attached to the clothes or hair. Over time, the workers inhale the asbestos and this in turn may lead to the development of cancer.

The amount of asbestos inhalation determines the spread of cancer. This disease is also known as asbestos lung cancer. At times, an exposure of only one or two months can result in Mesothelioma. The fibers reach the lungs and progress rapidly. Slowly they move to the lower portion of the lungs and infect the system. However, the cancer can occur after 30-40 years after the exposure to asbestos because it is in this time when the asbestos spreads and reacts in the body. In some cases, it might also occur after 70 years.

The disease occurs generally to persons who are more than 40 years old. However, through out the year only few cases of Mesothelioma are recorded. Still it is better for the persons who are exposed to asbestos to take proper precautions in order to prevent the occurrence of this disease. Continue reading ‘Exposure To Asbestos Results In Mesothelioma Cancer’ »