In a study titled Surgical Treatment of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma published online April 5, 2011 in Current Treatment Options in Oncology, authors Andrew Kaufman and Raja Flores note that even though surgery is an accepted form of treatment for pleural mesothelioma, controversy still exists as to whether it really does increase change of survival and whether […]

Many Navy veterans who served prior to 1980 are being diagnosed with mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure in their past. The War-Related Illness and Injury Study Centers (WRIISC) has published an explainer on asbestos exposure among servicemembers. One of the most important points the group shares is that Navy veterans are at the highest risk of developing […]

While radiation is rarely used as a first-line therapy for mesothelioma, it is more commonly used either as palliative care or as an adjuvant therapy to help remove remaining cancer cells after surgery. Doctors may recommend radiation as a primary treatment if a patient has low-stage mesothelioma but is not a good surgical candidate. Despite extensive […]

The U.S. Navy describes destroyers as “fast warships providing multi-mission offensive and defensive capability, independently or in fleet support”. They were created for the purpose of protecting larger vessels; and although the first destroyer appeared in 1902, this class of ship really came into prominence during World War II. During the war years, destroyers served […]

One of the most frustrating characteristics of mesothelioma is that in spite of aggressive therapy, the disease recurs in most patients, especially if it is only treated with surgery. That’s the reason, say researchers in a study titled Photodynamic therapy for mesothelioma published in the September 2001 edition of Current Treatment Options in Oncology, that, “. . […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of mesothelioma diagnosis and treatment, genetic testing has emerged as a valuable tool, shedding light on the intricate relationship between genetics and this aggressive cancer. The role of genetic testing in mesothelioma diagnosis is increasingly recognized for its ability to provide personalized insights, enhancing our understanding of the disease and paving […]

Conquering mesothelioma can be a difficult quest. Rick Lewis, diagnosed with mesothelioma, sought legal help with the attorneys at Shrader & Associates and was awarded $7,500,000. This triumphant journey reflects the resilience, determination, and unwavering pursuit of justice demonstrated by individuals battling devastating diseases such as Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). Rick Lewis’ story, rooted in his […]

Mesothelioma Histology In studying the mesothelioma survival rate, the anatomy is divided into two classifications: Gross anatomy is the study of the anatomy that can be seen with the naked eye, and histology, which is the study of tissues. In order to study the microscopic anatomies of the cells within tissues, a thin slice of […]

The most common form of mesothelioma, affecting around three-fourths of those diagnosed with the cancer, is pleural mesothelioma. As hinted in its name, pleural mesothelioma attacks the pleura—a protective lining that covers the lungs—and respiratory areas of the body. The condition affects more than 3,000 Americans each year. The leading cause of this malignant mesothelioma […]

Immunotherapy is an experimental form of biotherapy that uses the body’s own disease-fighting mechanism, the immune system, to fight cancer. It can be used alone, but more often it is used in conjunction with another type of therapy to increase the effectiveness of that treatment. In intrapleural immunotherapy, agents that stimulate the immune system are […]