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Mesothelioma Treatment Guide |
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What is Mesothelioma What is Mesothelioma? Malignat Mesothelioma is the result of the earlier exposure of asbestos. In Mesothelium, a protective lining that covers the internal organs the malignant cells are developed which results in mesothelioma. Other common regions are outer lining of lungs pleura, the linking of abdominal cavity peritoneum or the sac that surrounds the heart pericardium. The people working around the asbestos particles, asbestos dust and fiber are commonly affected by mesothelioma. Mesothelioma Types: Mesothelioma types are based upon the place it occurs in our body and so far it is divided into Pleural Mesothelioma Peritoneal Mesothelioma Benign Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Diagnosis This is
through clinical and radiological findings in addition with the tissue
biopsy. A review of the patients medical history, history of asbestos
exposure, physical examination, x-rays of the chest or abdomen and lung
functions. CT Scans or MRI scans are also carried out for the
diagnosis. If the above tests prove the suspension of Mesothelioma biopsy is
compulsory to cofirm the disease. |
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