Novel insights into the pathophysiology and treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma

Author:

Cook Alistair M1,Khong Andrea1,Nowak Anna K12,Lake Richard A1

Affiliation:

1. National Centre for Asbestos Related Diseases & School of Medicine & Pharmacology, University of Western Australia, Crawley WA, Australia

2. Department of Medical Oncology, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Western Australia

Abstract

Malignant pleural mesothelioma is an aggressive, treatment-resistant tumor, which continues to increase in frequency throughout the world because the causative agent, asbestos, has high economic importance, particularly in developing countries. Patients typically present with breathlessness and chest pain with pleural effusions. Median survival is around 12 months from diagnosis. Palliative chemotherapy is beneficial for mesothelioma patients with high performance status. The role of aggressive surgery remains controversial. This review will outline some of the recent advances in the development of novel therapies for malignant pleural mesothelioma, with a focus on immunological approaches.

Publisher

Future Medicine Ltd

Subject

Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine,Oncology

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