Malignant mesothelioma treatment options include:
Surgery (see Mesothelioma Surgery)
Radiation therapy (see Mesothelioma Radiation)
Chemotherapy (see Mesothelioma Chemotherapy).
You can also learn about the mesothelioma treatment options for each stage by clicking on Mesothelioma Treatment by Stage.
Prognosis
The prognosis (chance of recovery) for malignant mesothelioma depends on the following:
The stage of the malignant mesothelioma
The size of the tumor
Whether the tumor can be removed completely by surgery
The amount of fluid in the chest
The patient's age and general health, including lung and heart health
The type of mesothelioma cancer cells and how they look under a microscope
Whether the malignant mesothelioma has just been diagnosed or has recurred (come back).
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