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	Mesothelioma: Questions and Answers - National Cancer Institute
		Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body’s internal organs.
		Mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium) is a disease in which cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and divide without control or order.
		A biopsy is needed to confirm a diagnosis of mesothelioma.
	www.cancer.gov /cancertopics/factsheet/Sites-Types/mesothelioma (1727 words)

	Mesothelioma & Asbestos Cancer Resource
		Mesothelioma is a rare disease caused as a result of malignant cancerous cells lining the patient's body cavities such as chest, abdominal region or the area surrounding the heart.
		It is typically associated with exposure to asbestos which has been documented in as many as 70-80% of all mesothelioma cases.
		However, these can not be easily attributed to mesothelioma unless the patient is examined by their health care provider and necessary tests are done, which may include CT scans, x-rays scans, or MRI.
	www.freewebs.com /mesothelioma (387 words)

	Mesothelioma
		Reactivity for ER was obtained in 35 (88%) of the metastatic serous carcinomas of the ovary and 6 (86%) of the primary peritoneal serous carcinomas, whereas positivity for PR was observed in 24 (60%) of the metastatic serous carcinomas and 4 (56%) of the primary peritoneal serous carcinomas.
		Reactivity was obtained in all 44 (100%) of the epithelioid mesotheliomas, 12 (39%) of the lung adenocarcinomas, and 42 (49%) of the nonpulmonary adenocarcinomas (14 [100%] ovary; 5 [100%] peritoneum; 6 [67%] endometrium; 10 [91%] pancreas; 2 [50%] stomach; 5 [31%] colon; and in none [0] of the breast, kidney, thyroid, or prostate).
		Because mesothelin is a highly sensitive positive marker for epithelioid mesotheliomas, a negative staining for this marker is an indication against such a diagnosis; however, because of its limited utility, it is not recommended for inclusion in the standard panel of immunohistochemical markers used in the distinction between mesotheliomas and adenocarcinomas.
	www.thedoctorsdoctor.com /diseases/mesothelioma.htm (12000 words)

	Mesothelioma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by previous exposure to asbestos.
		The processes leading to the development of peritoneal mesothelioma remain unresolved, although it has been proposed that asbestos fibres from the lung are transported to the abdomen and associated organs via the lymphatic system.
		Mesothelioma is not contagious and cannot be passed from one person to another.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mesothelioma (4369 words)

	Malignant Mesothelioma
		According to The National Cancer Institute, malignant mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the sac lining of the chest (pleura), the abdomen (peritoneum), or the heart (pericardium).
		By the 1960s, a definite association between asbestos and mesothelioma, a rare cancer of the lining of the lung or the lining of the abdominal cavity was apparent.
		Mesothelioma Aid is a website devoted to life issues for mesothelioma patients and their families, and is sponsored by Jonathan David* of The David Law Firm.
	www.mesothelioma-aid.org /mesothelioma.htm (768 words)

	Mesothelioma.
		Mesotheliomas most often are seen in older patients, more often men that have a history of occupational exposure to asbestos, although other causes such as radiation and certain viruses have occasionally been implicated.
		In all cases, the diagnosis of mesothelioma must first be unquestionably established by biopsy of affected or suspicious tissues, and by definitive microscopic examination by a trained pathologist.
		Proper management of mesotheliomas often requires evaluation at larger tertiary hospitals or Comprehensive Cancer Centers by specialists in medical, surgical and radiation oncology with experience in all aspects of the clinical care of mesothelioma patients, including the newest experimental treatments.
	cpmcnet.columbia.edu /dept/medicine/mesothelioma/mesothel.html (495 words)

	Mesothelioma - WrongDiagnosis.com
		Mesothelioma is a relatively rare cancer, that is usually associated with asbestos.
		The area of law is not usually medical malpractice, because mesothelioma liability is usually related to the asbestos exposure, involving legal areas such as product liability, wrongful death, or other liability.
		Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles, or have been exposed to asbestos dust and fibre in other ways, such as by washing the clothes of a family member who worked with asbestos, or by home renovation using asbestos cement products.
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /m/mesothelioma/intro.htm (913 words)

	Mesothelioma Information from Drugs.com
		Mesothelioma is an uncommon cancer, originating from the cells which form the membrane lining the abdominal cavity (peritoneal membrane or peritoneum) which houses the intestines, or the chest (pleural membrane or pleura) cavity housing the heart and lungs, in which the cells making up those tissues begin to grow out of control.
		Mesothelioma is most often are seen in older patients, more often men that have a history of occupational exposure to asbestos, although other causes such as radiation and certain viruses have occasionally been implicated.
		Proper management of mesothelioma often requires evaluation at larger tertiary hospitals or Comprehensive Cancer Centers by specialists in medical, surgical and radiation oncology with experience in all aspects of the clinical care of mesothelioma patients, including the newest experimental treatments.
	www.drugs.com /mesothelioma.html (664 words)

	Pleural Mesothelioma Lawyers: Brayton Purcell (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
		Ask about treatment side-effects, clinical trials, the stage of pleural mesothelioma you are in and how to handle the physical aspects of everyday living.
		Some pleural mesothelioma patients choose to participate in clinical trials in order to have a greater sense of control over their health, and renewed hope for an improved quality of life.
	www.braytonlaw.com /medical/medical_mesothelioma.htm (659 words)

	Mesothelioma
		Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that arises from mesothelial cells that form membranes around the lungs, abdomen and other body cavities.
		Beginning first as a flat white plaque, mesothelioma is a tumor that continues to grow around the lungs (pleurae), but may also originate around the abdominal cavity.
		Mesothelioma is usually fatal, with a life expectancy of up to 18 months after diagnosis.
	www.lifesteps.com /gm/Atoz/dc/caz/canc/meso/meso_gen_ovw.jsp (437 words)

	Mesothelioma Q & A Mesothelioma Injury Lung Cancer Info
		Once malignant mesothelioma is found, more tests will be done to find out if cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body.
		The cancer is found in the lining of the chest cavity near the lung and heart or in the diaphragm or the lung.
		This treatment is being studied for early stages of mesothelioma in the chest.
	www.mesotheliomahelp.info /mesothelioma_qa.asp (2505 words)

	mesothelioma
		Malignant mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the lining of the lung (pleural mesothelioma) or the lining of the abdomen (peritoneal mesothelioma).
		Like the other asbestos-related diseases, mesothelioma has a long latency period (period of time between first exposure to asbestos and the diagnosis of the disease.).
		It is not uncommon for someone to develop this cancer after only a few weeks of exposure at a summer job decades earlier or from washing clothes worn by a worker exposed to asbestos on the job.
	www.pwhd.com /mesothelioma/mesothelioma.asp (214 words)

	Mesothelioma Source - Resource for Asbestos Cancer
		Mesothelioma is a form of cancer affecting the abdominal cavity, chest cavity, and the region surrounding the heart.
		Mesothelioma Source is dedicated to providing victims and their families with the latest Mesothelioma news and information.
		Mesothelioma occurred most often in persons who worked in the above industries and were exposed to asbestos in their workplace.
	www.mesothelioma-source.org (612 words)

	Mesothelioma
		Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the membrane that covers and protects various internal organs of the body (mesothelium).
		The term "cancer" refers to a group of diseases characterized by abnormal, uncontrolled cellular growth (e.g., mesothelial cells) that invades surrounding tissues and may spread (metastasize) to distant bodily tissues or organs via the bloodstream, the lymphatic system, or other means.
		Different forms of cancer, including mesothelioma, may be classified based upon the cell type involved, the specific nature of the malignancy, the tissues or organs affected, and the disease's clinical course.
	www.webmd.com /hw/cancer/nord1141.asp (529 words)

	Mesothelioma Lawsuits
		Harvey Gudmondson died at age 70 due to mesothelioma which was caused by exposure to asbestos through his work on turbines in the Navy.
		While second-hand mesothelioma cases have not yet triggered the type of automatic settlement that first-hand victims have, a recent case involving a 59 year old woman from Scarbrough England indicates that such cases are gaining viability.
		Mr Beckworth counts himself as relatively lucky among mesothelioma sufferers because his diagnosis came early enough for surgical intervention to be considered worthwhile.
	www.mesotheliomareporter.org /lawsuits/index.html (3044 words)

	Mesothelioma Lung Cancer News and Information
		Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that develops in the tissues of cells that line the lungs, heart and stomach.
		The most common form is pleural mesothelioma which accounts for 75% of all malignant cases however there are two other types peritoneal, and pericardial which you may be interested in reading about.
		This presents a very difficult challenge for doctors and the medical community in diagnosing the disease and in many cases patients with this disease are either not aware that they have it or do not ask the doctor to specifically check for symptoms.
	www.mesotheliomamedical.com (854 words)

	Malignant Mesothelioma Information Center
		Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the mesothelial cells of the serous membranes in the body.
		Peritoneal mesothelioma, in the peritoneum or membrane surrounding the abdomen.
		Most cases of malignant mesothelioma are associated with a previous exposure to fibrous minerals, of which asbestos is the most important.
	www.allaboutmalignantmesothelioma.com (566 words)

	Mesothelioma - Cancer information on MedicineNet.com
		Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer (malignancy) that most frequently arises from the cells lining the sacs of the chest (the pleura) or the abdomen (the peritoneum).
		People exposed in the 1940s, 50s, 60s, and 70s are now being diagnosed with mesothelioma because of the long latency period of asbestos disease.
		Mesothelioma is diagnosed by pathological examination from a biopsy.
	www.medicinenet.com /mesothelioma/article.htm (633 words)

	KazanLaw Mesothelioma FAQS: Peritoneal mesothelioma (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Peritoneal mesothelioma is a tumor of this membrane.
		Mesothelioma is sometimes diagnosed by coincidence, before any symptoms have appeared.
		However, the options for relief and treatment of people with peritoneal mesothelioma have improved, especially for those whose cancer is diagnosed early and treated vigorously.
	www.kazanlaw.com /faq/peritoneal.cfm (503 words)

	Mesothelioma Reporter - Current Mesothelioma Cancer Information And Advice
		The major obstacle in survival of mesothelioma cancer comes from the detail that many who are sick with the ailment are not aware of their condition.
		Of the 252 that have been tested, signs of asbestos-related illness were found on 15, and several others had spots on their lungs that were questionable enough that doctors requested follow-up monitoring of their lung health.
		Mesothelioma is a form of lung cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos.
	www.mesotheliomareporter.org (789 words)

	Mesothelioma
		Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer where cancerous cells are found in the mesothelium.
		Mesothelioma is typically associated with exposure to asbestos which has been documented in about 75% of all mesothelioma cases.
		Mesothelioma is most often caused by exposure to asbestos.
	www.mamashealth.com /cancer/meso.asp (358 words)

	eMedicine - Mesothelioma : Article by Winston W Tan, MD
		Mesothelioma is more common in males than in females and it occurs in the fifth and seventh decade of life.
		With regard to women with mesothelioma, a 1996 case series by Ascoli et al showed 86% of tumors arising from the pleura, of which most were the epithelial type.
		With regard to men with mesothelioma, the same case series demonstrated 45.5% with a history of exposure to asbestos and 53% with occupational exposure to asbestos.
	www.emedicine.com /med/topic1457.htm (4471 words)

	Mesothelioma Treatment - Resources for Mesothelioma Patients
		For those diagnosed with mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer of the lining of the lung (pleura) or the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum), finding a credible source of information about the disease itself and the medical options available, is of the highest priority.
		A mesothelioma diagnosis can be overwhelming, and we are here to answer any questions you might have, and to help you take the steps necessary to find the options that are best suited to your individual needs.
		Our staff is experienced and knowledgeable in dealing with mesothelioma patients and their family members, and the service we provide is always with appreciation for the difficult time you are facing.
	www.mesotheliomaweb.org (494 words)

	MesoLink.org -- Your Link To Mesothelioma Information
		Mesothelioma is one of the deadliest diseases known to man; the average life span of an inflicted person from the time of diagnosis until death is less than 24 months.
		Mesothelioma is a disease that is almost 100% preventable; the only known cause is via exposure to the deadly mineral Asbestos.
		And because the normal latency period for Mesothelioma (The time from exposure until the patient falls ill) is 20 to 30 years, many got away with this for years.
	www.mesolink.org (532 words)

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