Mesothelioma Surgery

Surgery is used to treat, diagnose, and control malignant Mesothelioma. Survival is significantly higher for Mesothelioma patients that qualify for surgery along with heated chemotherapy. Nearly 50% of Mesothelioma patients live longer than five years after surgery.

Minor surgery is used to diagnose Mesothelioma and control pain and symptoms. 

Major surgery is used to remove cancerous tumors and improve long-term prognosis. 

A Mesothelioma doctor will recommend which surgery is best for each unique case. 

Studies support that surgery is the best first-line treatment option for patients diagnosed with Mesothelioma.

Surgery is currently the most promising treatment option for peritoneal Mesothelioma in the abdomen for early-stage cancer. 

Mesothelioma Surgery Types 

Diagnostic Surgery: Minor surgery (biopsy) to extract a sample of cancer tumor cells for examination.

Tumor Removal Surgery: Major surgery performed to remove tumors and can potentially extend the life expectancy of a patient.

Palliative Surgery: a Less invasive alternative to tumor-removing surgery and helps with pain and other cancer symptoms.

More than 60% of Mesothelioma patients have a diagnosis too late to qualify for surgery.

A Mesothelioma diagnosis from a doctor is based off specific symptoms a patient may be having. Diagnosing Mesothelioma at an early stage is essential to have the best outcome possible with treatment.  

Since Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, it is vital for patients to seek a doctor who specializes in Mesothelioma cancer. 

Common Misdiagnoses of Mesothelioma is bronchitis, pneumonia, and COPD in its early stages (1-2). If you have a history of asbestos exposure, you should see a  doctor once a year to get tested.

Mesothelioma Diagnostic Methods

Blood Tests (Tumor  Markers)    

Chest X-Ray    

CT Scan (Computed Tomography) 

Echocardiogram    

Endoscopic Biopsies    

Imaging Tests    

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Laparoscopy    

Mediastinoscopy    

Medical History and Physical Exam 

MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)    

Needle Biopsies    

Open Surgical Biopsy    

PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography)    

Pleuroscopy    

Pulmonary Function Tests    

Removing Fluid for testing    

Test of Tissue Samples    

Tests of Fluid Samples    

Thoracoscopy      

Types of Mesothelioma 

Pleural Mesothelioma [Lungs]

Peritoneal Mesothelioma [Abdomen

Pericardial Mesothelioma [Heart]

Abdominal Mesothelioma 

Biphasic Mesothelioma 

Epithelial malignant Mesothelioma

Chrysotile Peritoneal Mesothelioma 

Malignant Mesothelioma Cystic Mesothelioma 

Testicular Mesothelioma    

There are about 3500 Mesothelioma cancer cases diagnosed in the U. S. each year. 

The Statutes of Limitations is the period a Mesothelioma victim has to file a lawsuit. 

Statute of Limitations for Mesothelioma and asbestos exposure varies from state to state.

The Statute of Limitations begins after a diagnosis or death by Mesothelioma, not the date of their exposure.  

An experienced Mesothelioma attorney can help you file a claim before your Statutes of Limitations expires.

No Legal Fees Unless You Win!

Contact a Mesothelioma lawyer today for a free, no obligation Mesothelioma case evaluation to find out if you have a viable claim.  Our Mesothelioma lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means NO MONEY OUT OF POCKET EXPENSES by the asbestos victims or their families. You will find the contingency fees to be among the lowest in the country.  

Get a free Mesothelioma case evaluation from a qualified Mesothelioma lawyer today by calling 800.291.0963.