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Mesothelioma: Early Diagnosis is Key

CPSM — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:39:02 +0000

Malignant Mesothelioma is a cancer that begins in the mesothelium, which is the cells in the lining of the lungs, heart, or abdomen. The three main types of mesothelioma are: Pleural – occurs in the lining of the lungs; Peritoneal – occurs in the lining of the abdominal cavity. Pericardial – occurs in the lining of the heart; Of the three, [...]

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Blood Test Possible Biomarker for Mesothelioma

waterman — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:09:43 +0000

Research scientists have been exploring the use of biomarkers as diagnostic tools to detect malignant pleural mesothelioma. A biomarker is a specific physical trait used to measure the effects or progress of a disease. A validated biomarker can diagnose the presence of a disease and perhaps aid in its treatment. A recent study shows that [...]

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New Study Hopes to Advance Mesothelioma Treatment

waterman — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:06:24 +0000

The results of a new study conducted by scientists in Italy may lead to new and faster methods of diagnosing mesothelioma, a deadly form of cancer in the lining of the lung due to asbestos exposure. Researchers in the department of Molecular Pathology and Innovative Therapies at the Institute of Occupational Medicine at Polytechnic University of [...]

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