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Changes to Staging System for Mesothelioma
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a rare cancer associated with asbestos exposure. Two very important aspects of treating mesothelioma are classification and staging. They are important because they guide treatment and[…]
Pleural Therapies Can Help Pleural Mesothelioma Patients
Malignant mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium, which is the lining of certain areas of the body including the lungs (called the pleura). It is mainly caused by asbestos,[…]
A Phase 1 Study to Investigate 14C-bemcentinib Following Single Oral Administration in Healthy Male Subjects (8479217)
The aims of this Study are to determine:
How much of the Study Drug (bemcentinib) ends up in urine and faeces
How much of the Study Drug and its breakdown products get into the bloodstream
The breakdown products (metabolites) of the Study Drug
The safety of the Study Drug and any side effects that might be associated with it.
Multimodal Therapy Helps Improve Survival in Mesothelioma Patients
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer mainly caused by asbestos exposure. It is a cancer of the mesothelium, which is the lining of certain areas of the body including[…]
Pleural Mesothelioma Study Recruitment Challenges
Pleural mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining of the lungs called the mesothelium. It is both rare and aggressive and is linked to asbestos exposure. Patient survival is poor[…]
Keytruda and Chemotherapy Improve Survival in Mesothelioma Patients
The U.S Food and Drug Administration has accepted a priority review for a new Supplemental Biologics License Application. This could be a new era in the management of pleural mesothelioma,[…]
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Can Improve Survival in Mesothelioma Patients
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a rare cancer that is hard to treat. There is a poor prognosis for people diagnosed with mesothelioma, but there is hope in the form of[…]
ACADL Could Help with the Diagnosis of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, a cancer mainly caused by asbestos exposure, is typically found in older Americans. One problem with mesothelioma is that it is hard to tell between reactive and cancerous cells.[…]
Palliative Care Improves Lives of Mesothelioma Patients
Palliative care is an essential part of the cancer treatment process. It helps improve the quality of life of people with life threatening illnesses like mesothelioma. It is important for[…]
Delayed Care for Mesothelioma Could be Beneficial for Patients
Mesothelioma, a cancer mainly caused by asbestos, is very hard to treat. A new study wanted to see if treating mesothelioma immediately is the best option for certain patients. The[…]
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