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Mesothelioma vs Pleural Metastasis Radiology - Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma administrator 1 Visninger • 2 flere år siden

Mesothelioma vs Pleural Metastasis Radiology
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Background:

Malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare malignant neoplasm of the pleura that typically affects individuals occupationally exposed to asbestos through a variety of industries. MPM presents with several CT features similar to more common pleural diseases such as metastatic pleural malignancy.

Objectives:

The aim of this study is to differentiate malignant pleural mesothelioma from metastatic carcinoma of the pleura by pathological and radiological assessment in order to investigate accuracy of CT scan in this regard and to compare CT features of these two malignancies.

Patients and Methods:

Chest CT scans of 55 pleural malignancy patients including MPM and metastatic pleural malignancy were evaluated in this retrospective study. The pathologist made the definite diagnosis based on immunohistochemistry. A chest radiologist unaware of the pathology diagnosis observed all CT scans. Several parameters including pleural thickening, pleural effusion, thickening of inter lobar fissure, contralateral extension, contraction of involved hemithorax, parenchymal involvement (infiltration, nodules, fibrosis), pleural mediastinal involvement, lymphadenopathy, extrapleural invasion (hepatic, chest wall, diaphragm, intraperitoneal), and pericardial involvement were checked. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS version 16, and the ability of CT scan to differentiate malignant pleural mesothelioma and metastatic pleural diseases was investigated.

Results:

Totally 29 males and 26 females were assessed in this study. Based on pathology, 17 MPM and 38 metastatic pleural malignancies were diagnosed. According to CT study, about 82% of the patients with MPM and about 79% of the patients with metastatic pleural diseases were correctly diagnosed by a radiologist. The most common findings suggestive of MPM were pleural thickening (88.2%), loculated effusion (58.8%), and thickening of the interlobar fissure (47.1%). Whereas free pleural effusion (71.7%), parenchymal infiltration (65.8%) and pleural thickening (63.2%) were most prevalent parameters among metastatic cases.

Conclusion:

CT scan is highly accurate in differentiating malignant pleural mesothelioma and metastatic pleural diseases. Pleural thickening and thickening of interlobar fissure lead us to the diagnosis of MPM and massive free pleural effusion is more commonly seen in metastatic pleural malignancy.

Keywords: Pleural Diseases, Malignant Mesothelioma, Tomography, X-Ray Computed, Neoplasm Metastasis

Mesothelioma vs Pleural Metastasis Radiology - Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
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Staging Peritoneal Mesothelioma - Mesothelioma Staging administrator 2 Visninger • 2 flere år siden

Staging Peritoneal Mesothelioma
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Peritoneal mesothelioma is a type of malignant cancer that is caused by ingested asbestos fibers. It develops in the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue lining the abdomen. Symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma include abdominal pain, nausea and swelling in the abdomen (ascites).

What Is Peritoneal Mesothelioma?

Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare asbestos-related cancer of the abdomen. This cancer forms on the abdominal lining, which is known as the peritoneum. Doctors diagnose about 600 cases of peritoneal mesothelioma in the United States each year.

Peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms are usually broad and similar to those of many other illnesses. General practitioners often misdiagnose peritoneal mesothelioma as a less severe abdominal condition.

Confirming an accurate diagnosis typically requires a history of asbestos exposure and a tissue sample known as a biopsy.

Quick Facts About Peritoneal Mesothelioma.

The peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity and carries blood vessels and nerves to abdominal organs while also providing structural support.
A rarer form of this cancer develops in the omentum, a layer of the abdominal membrane covering the stomach and other organs.
Early symptoms include abdominal distention and fluid buildup known as ascites.
Peritoneal mesothelioma accounts for less than 20% of all mesothelioma cases.
The average life expectancy of peritoneal mesothelioma patients is 12 months.
Surgery with heated chemotherapy is the most effective treatment, and some patients survive for more than five years.
Clinical trials are available for peritoneal mesothelioma and include new treatments such as immunotherapy.
The primary cause of peritoneal mesothelioma is swallowing airborne asbestos fibers or drinking contaminated water. The digested fibers become trapped in the peritoneum.

What Are the Symptoms of Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer?

Early symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma include bloating, pain or tenderness around the abdomen, and digestion issues such as constipation or diarrhea.

These symptoms tend to mimic many other abdominal disorders. An accurate diagnosis often requires a mesothelioma specialist.

Anyone with a history of asbestos exposure should monitor their health and see their doctor for any new or worsening symptoms.

Peritoneal mesothelioma symptoms include:

Abdominal pain.
Abdominal swelling (ascites).
Night sweats.
Nausea.
Fever.
Unexplained weight loss.
Fatigue.
Diarrhea.
Constipation.
Loss of appetite.

What Causes Peritoneal Mesothelioma?

Ingesting asbestos fibers causes malignant peritoneal mesothelioma. Exposure can occur from swallowing airborne fibers or swallowing water contaminated with asbestos. Current research suggests that asbestos fibers travel from the digestive tract and remain trapped in the abdomen, causing cancer after years of inflammation.

The steps of peritoneal mesothelioma development include:

Swallowed asbestos fibers pass through the stomach and digestive system.
Ingested asbestos fibers reach the lymphatic system and travel to the peritoneum.
Once fibers are in the peritoneum, they irritate cells and damage DNA over many years.
The irritated cells become inflamed, form scar tissue and thicken the peritoneal lining.
Years of inflammation and scar tissue formation cause excess abdominal fluid buildup.
After prolonged damage, malignant tumors begin to form on the diseased peritoneum.
As tumors grow, they put pressure on vital organs and can spread to form new tumors.

Research on peritoneal mesothelioma is still ongoing. Other sources of this disease may include abdominal radiation and fibrous minerals besides asbestos, such as erionite.

How Is Peritoneal Mesothelioma Diagnosed?

Abdominal mesothelioma is diagnosed with imaging scans, blood tests and biopsies.

Imaging scans show the size and location of tumors.
Blood tests reveal certain biomarkers associated with cancer.
Biopsies show what kind of cancerous cells are present.

Patients will also receive a thorough examination of their medical history, occupational history and overall physical condition.

While every test serves a contributing purpose to the diagnostic process, the only way to confirm a peritoneal mesothelioma diagnosis is with a biopsy.

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MESOTHELIOMA AUTOPSY - WHAT IS THE CORONER’S JOB? administrator 0 Visninger • 2 flere år siden

MESOTHELIOMA AUTOPSY
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What is the Coroner’s job?

The Coroner’s job is to investigate and decide the circumstances surrounding and the cause of the person’s death. The Coroner will identify who has died and when, which illness the person was suffering from and what caused the illness.

The Coroner’s job isn’t to decide who is to blame for the death.

What is the process if a person dies from mesothelioma or lung cancer?

Reporting the Death.

If a person dies from mesothelioma or lung cancer at home then usually their GP reports the death to the Coroner. If the person dies in a hospital or hospice then the treating medical staff will report the death.

Initial contact with the Coroner’s Officer.

The Coroner’s Officer, who assists the Coroner, is usually the point of contact for family members. The Officer will ask about the person’s work history and exposure to asbestos dust. If the person was bringing or had brought a mesothelioma or lung cancer claim then you should give the Coroner’s Officer the details of your asbestos solicitor who can then provide the person’s work history and asbestos exposure evidence. This will assist and help progress the Coroner’s investigation.

Post Mortem Examination.

The Coroner might decide that a post mortem examination is necessary. Sometimes, lung tissue samples are taken and sent to a laboratory for further analysis to determine the part played by asbestos in the person’s death.

In a mesothelioma claim the Coroner might decide a post mortem is not needed if the person had a biopsy confirming the diagnosis during their lifetime.

Usually in lung cancer cases a post mortem is carried out. Lung tissue samples are taken and analysed using a special microscope to assess the level of asbestos fibres in the lungs. The amount of fibres could help establish that the lung cancer was asbestos related.

The pathologist carries out the post mortem examination within a few days of the death and prepares a report for the Coroner. After the examination the funeral can take place.

Inquest opened and adjourned.

The Coroner will open and adjourn the inquest so that the documents and evidence needed by the Coroner can be gathered.

Once the investigations have been completed the inquest will be re-opened.

The Coroner will issue an interim death certificate shortly after the death.

Inquest concluded.

The Coroner might decide to conclude the investigation or inquest without a hearing. The Coroner will provide his/her verdict as to the cause of the person’s death in writing.

Sometimes, the Coroner does this at a final hearing.

At this hearing the Coroner considers all the evidence including the post mortem report and evidence of the person’s work history and exposure to asbestos dust.

Family members can attend and ask questions of anyone called to give evidence.

The pathologist who carried out the post mortem examination might attend the hearing to give evidence to the Coroner and answer any questions the Coroner, we or family members might have.

Our specialist asbestos solicitors will also attend the Inquest to provide support to the grieving family members and to ask any questions that haven’t been answered.

Once the Coroner has considered and heard all the evidence and answered any questions, he/she gives their ‘verdict’ for the cause of the person’s death.

In mesothelioma or lung cancer cases the court may conclude the death was due to an industrial disease.

If a mesothelioma claim or lung cancer claim is being brought then this conclusion can be helpful. However, if the Coroner does not reach this conclusion then it does not mean that you cannot bring a mesothelioma claim or lung cancer claim.

After the inquest is concluded the Coroner will arrange for the death to be registered and a final death certificate is then issued.

Lung Tissue Samples.

After the Inquest has concluded, the Coroner’s officer might ask family members what to do with any lung tissue samples taken from the person. The samples could be retained, disposed of respectfully and sensitively by the hospital, donated for medical research or released to you for burial or cremation.

You should speak to one of our specialist asbestos solicitors before making any decision because in some asbestos claims, such as lung cancer claims, it is advisable that the lung tissue samples be retained until the claim is concluded. If a mesothelioma claim or lung cancer claim is being brought or will be brought at a future date your opponents might argue that you withheld vital evidence by not retaining the lung tissue samples and might persuade the court that you should not be allowed to bring a claim for that reason.

MESOTHELIOMA AUTOPSY - WHAT IS THE CORONER’S JOB?
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ASBESTOS EXPOSURE IS MAIN CAUSE OF MESOTHELIOMA - ASBESTOS EXPOSURE MESOTHELIOMA administrator 0 Visninger • 2 flere år siden

ASBESTOS EXPOSURE IS MAIN CAUSE OF MESOTHELIOMA
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Question. After a column about osteoporosis, we heard from a reader dealing with the condition. "I was diagnosed three years ago and tried several medications," she wrote. "They all had side effects, though, especially on the bowels. What about AlgaeCal?"

Answer. The product you're asking about is a plant-based calcium supplement enhanced with vitamins and minerals. A study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition in 2016 found that some people using the product did see an increase in bone density and that the product wasn't associated with adverse health effects. We encourage you to discuss this option with your health care provider, and also to explore nonbisphosphonate treatments, which are delivered via injection or infusion.

Meanwhile, exercise is an important component of bone health, and we're glad to know you've made it part of your daily routine. In addition to aerobic activities, be sure to include resistance and weight-bearing exercises as well.

Question. A couple of years ago, I started taking melatonin before bedtime. After a few months, I started to feel lightheaded and unfocused during the daytime. I stopped taking it, and I started to feel better. Have you ever heard of this before?

Answer. Although melatonin tends to be a benign supplement, it's efficacy as a sleep aid can vary depending on the dose and the individual. So do side effects, which can include the fuzziness and lightheadedness you describe. People have also reported daytime sleepiness, short-term feelings of depression and gastric issues. We've had a number of letters about poor sleep (no surprise, considering the year we've all just had), so we'll address nonpharmacologic approaches to insomnia in an upcoming column.

Question. A reader had a question in response to a column about bronchiectasis, which is when inflammation and infection cause the bronchial tubes of the lungs to become thickened. "My wife was diagnosed with bronchiectasis in 2007 and had three or four flare-ups per year that were treated in various ways," he wrote. "Since being treated with a new medication, she's had almost no mucus and only one minor flare-up in six years. Can bronchiectasis go into remission?"

Answer. Yes, the good news is that bronchiectasis can go into remission, which is when the signs and symptoms of a disease are reduced or disappear. However, remission is not a cure. Your wife's bronchiectasis is under control due to her medications and treatment protocols, so it's important for her to continue to adhere to them.

ASBESTOS EXPOSURE IS MAIN CAUSE OF MESOTHELIOMA - ASBESTOS EXPOSURE MESOTHELIOMA
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