Category: Mesothelioma cancer
Mesothelioma Genetic Mutations Revealed The University of Hawaii Cancer Center has linked mesothelioma with a mutation in the BAP1 gene, a gene located on the third chromosome’s short arm. …
The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides research, support, and education for individuals and families affected by mesothelioma. They also …
Mesothelioma Surgery Patients with mesothelioma will undergo several procedures to remove the cancerous tissue. Pleural pneumonectomy is the most common type of surgery, and it involves the removal of …
Mesothelioma of the Peritoneum Peritoneal mesothelioma is an extremely rare malignancy of the abdominal cavity. Although most patients are over 40 years old, there have been reports of mesothelioma …
Adenocarcinoma Markers Adenocarcinoma markers are antibodies to thyroid transcription factor 1 (TTF-1) and calretinin. A panel of these antibodies can help differentiate between adenocarcinoma and a reactive/inflammatory process. The …
Primary Difference Between Mesothelioma and Adenocarcinoma The primary difference between mesothelioma and adenocarcinoma is the type of tumor. Mesothelioma affects the lining of the lung and is often mistaken …
The Difference Between Mesothelioma and Lung Cancer The primary difference between lung cancer and mesothelioma is how they spread. Lung cancer tends to grow in single masses and is …
The Difference Between Mesothelioma and Lung Cancer The main difference between mesotheliomoma and lung cancer is that lung cancer develops in the lungs and is diagnosed when the tumor …
The Difference Between Mesothelioma and Asbestosis There are several ways to distinguish mesothelioma from asbestosis. Asbestosis is an inflammatory disease that results from exposure to the mineral. The most …
How Does Asbestos Cause Mesothelioma? To understand the cause of mesothelioma, one must first understand what asbestos is. This mineral is fibrous and heat-resistant. Asbestos fibers can be separated …
Mesothelioma of the Stomach Mesothelioma of the stomach is not a common condition. It usually occurs in older adults who have been exposed to asbestos during their work. It …
Mesothelioma of the abdomen The most common type of mesothelioma is peritoneal mesothelioma, although it is rare. In about 8 percent of cases, this cancer does not have a …