In May of 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the NovoTTF-100L System for the treatment of unresectable malignant pleural mesothelioma. Just over one year later, Novocure, the device’s manufacturer, has announced that over 100 physicians from more than 50 different cancer centers across the United States are now certified to prescribe use of
Though the primary concern when a person is diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma is their physical health, it is essential that clinicians, caretakers and family members pay close attention to the patient’s psychological wellbeing too. A recent study conducted at the University of Florida looked at cancer patients’ vulnerability to depression, and found that though among
Palliative treatment for mesothelioma helps patients get relief from side effects and symptoms. The overall goal is to improve a patient’s quality of life. Traditionally used in hospice care for end-stage patients, these supportive treatments are now used for patients at all stages. What Is Palliative Treatment for Mesothelioma? Palliative treatment is any type of
It is well known that exposure to asbestos causes malignant mesothelioma, asbestosis, and asbestos-related lung cancer. But the deadly material is also responsible for a host of other illnesses, and the EPA’s failure to address both these illnesses and many possible sources of occupational exposure to asbestos is being roundly criticized by its own internal
Hundreds of people are diagnosed with mesothelioma in Canada each year. Mesothelioma doctors and treatment centers in Canada can help these victims get the best possible care. Mesothelioma Doctors in Canada Dr. de Perrot Dr. Marc de Perrot is a renowned surgeon who primarily focuses on surgery for end-stage lung diseases, with a specific interest
Mention an asbestos-related disease and malignant mesothelioma is likely the first that comes to mind. But according to a recent study conducted by researchers from Finland and Australia, the carcinogenic material is likely to blame for many other types of cancer, and particularly for lung cancer in those who smoke.
Robert Cameron, M.D. is a specialist in the surgical treatment of pleural mesothelioma. He is the head of the Comprehensive Mesothelioma Program at UCLA and has been instrumental in developing lung-sparing surgical procedures for mesothelioma patients. Education and Training Dr. Cameron earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan and the UCLA School of
Over the last few years there has been considerable optimism at the possibility that dogs could be trained to detect malignant mesothelioma and other cancers from the exhaled breath of patients suspected of having those diseases. The research has been based on identifying volatile organic compounds that are consistently found in mesothelioma patients’ breath, and
The idea that being diagnosed with a terminal illness like malignant mesothelioma would make a person feel depressed hardly comes as a surprise, but there is a significant difference between feeling down and dejected and being clinically depressed. While feeling sad, angry or grieving the loss of your future is a healthy response to any kind
Mitomycin is an antibiotic sometimes used as a chemotherapy drug. It can be used to treat mesothelioma. Several studies show that mitomycin stabilizes the disease and reduces symptoms of mesothelioma in some patients, usually when combined with other chemotherapy drugs. What Is Mitomycin? Mitomycin is an antibiotic used in cancer treatment as part of chemotherapy.