Developing pleural mesothelioma is almost always caused by asbestos exposure. Exposure to this naturally occurring substance can occur by inhaling the airborne asbestos fibers or ingesting asbestos fibers. Symptoms of this deadly cancer may not present themselves immediately after someone has been exposed to asbestos so it is often detected during the critical stages. Symptoms of pleural mesothelioma can begin to present themselves between 20 and 50 years later after the initial exposure to asbestos.
Because symptoms of mesothelioma cancer takes such a long time to develop, treatment options will vary significantly depending on various factors including what form of cancer a patient has been diagnosed with, the stage of the cancer, age of patient, whether or not the patient is a smoker, and the location and size of the tumor. Sarcomatoid mesothelioma prognosis is often very poor. This is a very aggressive form of cancer and is resistant to most treatments. In this case, aggressive treatment is recommended. Types of aggressive treatment include:
SurgeryChemotherapyRadiation therapy.Sarcomatoid mesothelioma accounts for nearly 6 to 19 percent of all mesothelioma cases diagnosed in the United States each year. There are two other subtypes of mesothelioma; biphasic and epithelial. These two subtypes are more common than sarcomatoid. Sarcomatoid mesothelioma cells are irregular in size and often overlap one another. When viewed under a microscope, these cells look very similar to another form of cancer called pulmonary sarcomatoid carcinoma.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with sarcomatoid pleural mesothelioma, a second diagnosis from a qualified physician is highly recommended to make sure an accurate diagnosis has been made. Accurate diagnosis of mesothelioma will determine the treatment options patients can receive. If a patient is misdiagnosed they may not get the appropriate treatment and care to extend their life expectancy. Patients also have the option to undergo aggressive treatment once they receive an accurate diagnosis.
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma sufferers can also seek compensation for their pain and suffering. To find out more about mesothelioma compensation contact a qualified mesothelioma attorney to know your rights and get the help you deserve.
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