The role of surgery in the treatment of mesothelioma continues to generate controversy, but researchers in one of the largest studies of surgery’s role in mesothelioma treatment have concluded that combining tumor removal with chemotherapy has the single greatest positive impact on extending patient survival. Speaking to attendees of the virtual World Conference on Lung
Researchers from the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston demonstrated cautious optimism about their recent study of a triple neoadjuvant regimen using cisplatin, pemetrexed, and atezolizumab. Speaking at the virtual World Congress on Lung Cancer, the scientists reported that sixty percent of eligible patients who received the triplet therapy moved on to surgical resection or
Asbestos use and exposure continue to be problems in Mexico. It has led to numerous cases of mesothelioma and other asbestos illnesses and many resulting deaths. Mexico has yet to ban asbestos, and powerful lobbyists continue to work against a ban. Facts About Mesothelioma and Asbestos in Mexico Mexico imports tons of asbestos and uses
A recently released study of the impact of COVID-19 on Spanish mesothelioma patients revealed that nearly one in five contracted the disease, and of those affected, three out of four died. The research was presented at the IASLC 2021 World Conference on Lung Cancer.
Roofers and other construction workers have long faced the risk of asbestos exposure on the job. Some have developed mesothelioma or other asbestos illnesses and sued the manufacturers responsible. Today, many roofers still work with materials that contain asbestos. How Was Asbestos Used in Roofing? Many construction materials contained asbestos because of its insulating and
Bath Iron Works is a Maine shipyard founded in 1884 that used asbestos in shipbuilding for decades. Many workers at Bath were exposed to asbestos before the 1980s and are now at risk for developing mesothelioma. Asbestos suppliers now face lawsuits from victims of past asbestos exposure in the shipyard. Bath Iron Works History and
The Aurora Pump Company manufactured and sold industrial pumps for decades and is a brand of Pentair products today. Aurora pumps contained asbestos in the past. Although the pumps no longer contain asbestos, many workers suffered past exposure and now have mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illnesses. History of Aurora Pump Company and Asbestos Founders Louis
Mesothelioma researchers focus on results yielded in clinical trials, but sometimes the best way to test the effectiveness of a protocol is to study the outcomes seen in real patients. When researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found mixed results in clinical studies of immune checkpoint inhibitors provided after platinum-based chemotherapy, they decided to conduct
The Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO) used asbestos products in its oil refineries, ships, and equipment. ARCO workers risked exposure to asbestos, and some developed related illnesses decades later. Lawsuits against the company and its past asbestos suppliers are ongoing. About Atlantic Richfield Company and Asbestos ARCO was no an asbestos manufacturer, but it used asbestos
Anchor Packing Company made sealing products with asbestos for decades. Now defunct, Anchor’s parent company, Garlock, has been forced into bankruptcy and set up a trust to compensate victims. If you worked with Anchor products in the past, you may be able to file a claim for compensation. About Anchor Packing and Asbestos Anchor Packing