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Current treatments and trials in malignant pleural mesothelioma

August 2, 2018 By Law Offices of Thomas J. Lamb, P.A.

Objectives
This article aims to review the evidence from recent clinical trials in mesothelioma, and to provide an overview of relevant clinical trials that are currently in progress.

Results
Since the original trial that demonstrated the efficacy of pemetrexed and cisplatin in mesothelioma, multiple trials have been conducted that have further informed management options. Anti-angiogenesis agents such as bevacizumab and nintedanib appear promising as adjuncts to first-line chemotherapy. Meanwhile, immunotherapy, anti-mesothelin agents and molecular targeted therapies are potential areas for development, with ongoing trials promising to deliver interesting results over the next few years. Current evidence does not support surgical intervention; however, investigations are ongoing as to the role of extended pleurectomy / decortication, and surgery in the context of trapped lung. Finally radiotherapy is effective as a palliative measure for pain control, but is not indicated prophylactically to prevent the development of procedure tract metastases.

Conclusion
A large amount of high-quality mesothelioma research has been conducted in the past decade. As a result, several new therapies are likely to become available in clinical practice in the near future. With multiple trials ongoing, the horizon for patients with mesothelioma looks brighter than ever before.

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