Peritoneal Mesothelioma

Peritoneal Mesothelioma is the second most common type of malignant Mesothelioma cancer developing on the protective lining surrounding the abdominal cavity [peritoneum].

Peritoneal Mesothelioma accounts for 20% of all diagnosed malignant Mesothelioma cases.

The prognosis for patients diagnosed with Pericardial Mesothelioma is generally poor.

The survival rate of a patient diagnosed with Peritoneal Mesothelioma will depend on tumor grade, gender, age, cancer stage and type of treatment.

Twenty-five percent of Peritoneal Mesothelioma patients survive three years after diagnosis.

Anemia

Abdominal Distention

Abdominal fluid Buildup

abdominal Fain 

Abdominal Swelling

Bowel Obstruction

Constipation

Diarrhea 

Fatigue 

Fever

Hernias

Loss of Appetite

Night Sweats

Nausea

Vomiting

Weight loss

Mesothelioma is usually diagnosed after a person goes to their doctor about symptoms they are having. Diagnosing Mesothelioma at an early stage is vital to have the best outcome possible with treatment.  

Since Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, it is essential for patients to be examined by a doctor who specializes in Mesothelioma cancer. 

Common misdiagnoses for Mesothelioma are 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  

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 when a person is either diagnosed or dies from Mesothelioma, not the date of their exposure.  

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

Contact a Mesothelioma lawyer today for a free, no obligation Mesothelioma case evaluation to find out if you have a viable claim.

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