A recent decision by the Appellate Court of Illinois represents a potential landmark for those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases. The case was brought by a husband and wife, John and Deborah Jones, who brought a claim against Pneumo Abex, Owens-Illinois and others, accusing Abex of being part of
Tubulopapillary mesothelioma is a variation of epithelioid mesothelioma, the most common cell type for this cancer. It is characterized by tubules and papillary cell architecture. There is evidence that patients with the tubulopapillary subtype of pleural or peritoneal mesothelioma have a greater life expectancy, but this is not always true. Mesothelioma Cell Types – Epithelial
Despite the fact that asbestos’ role in mesothelioma and other diseases is well established, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced a new rule that will make it more likely that the carcinogen will once again be used in manufacturing in the United States. Though this decision has been haled by those in the chemical
Some patients suspected of having malignant mesothelioma have a known history of exposure to asbestos, while others may not be aware that they ingested or inhaled the toxic material. Whether physicians have good reason to suspect the rare form of cancer or are simply working through a differential diagnosis, radiologists play a crucial role in
The majority of America’s citizens are well aware of asbestos’ dangers, and of the fact that exposure to asbestos causes malignant mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Many people believe that asbestos use was banned long ago in the U.S., and those who know that it hasn’t been banned would like that happen, but the U.S.
In addition to the physical impact of mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases, victims who were sickened following exposure to asbestos at work also have a lot of emotional issues to deal with, and one of the most troubling is the fear that they may have carried the carcinogen into their homes and exposed their families
Pleuritis and pleurisy are different names for the same thing: inflammation of the pleural tissue around the lungs. Pleuritis may be benign but can also be caused by pleural mesothelioma. Treatment involves finding and managing the underlying condition. What Is Pleurisy? Pleurisy, or pleuritis, is an inflammation of the pleura that surrounds the outside of
“Practice makes perfect” may seem like a toss away phrase, but when it comes to treating malignant pleural mesothelioma, it turns out that it’s an essential truth, at least according to a new study published in the journal Lung Cancer. A report looking into the results of over 1300 mesothelioma patients in the National Cancer Database
On the heels of a $117 million New Jersey verdict against Johnson & Johnson, saying asbestos-contaminated talc in their popular baby powder product caused a man’s mesothelioma, a California jury delivered a second stunning verdict against the company. Joanne Anderson, 68, was awarded $21.7 million in compensatory damages by a Los Angeles jury that agreed
Could the use of electric fields turn out to be the missing link in the treatment of malignant mesothelioma? Novocure, a global oncology company headquartered on the Channel Island of Jersey, has been investigating the use of what they call Tumor Treating Fields on mesothelioma tumors, and recently reported positive top-line results in its use.