Cancer Research: Advancements in Mesothelioma Treatment

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that attacks the lining of your organs. It is estimated that at least 3,000 Americans are diagnosed with the disease annually. In the United Kingdom, the incidence rates of mesothelioma are even higher.

Mesothelioma is treated the same way as most cancers, depending on its staging. For early stages of the diseases, surgery is the best option to remove all or majority of the tumors. The surgery can also remove the mesothelial lining, the adjacent lymph nodes, or even part of or the entire organ.

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are also used alongside …read more