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Clinical-pathological characteristics and prognostic factors for malignant peritoneal mesothelioma in the elderly

June 23, 2022 By Law Offices of Thomas J. Lamb, P.A.

Background:  Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare disease characterized by atypical symptoms, difficult diagnosis, variable course and poor prognosis, and it develops mainly in elderly individuals. The authors aimed to identify the clinical-pathological characteristics, prognosis, and prognostic factors in elderly [ malignant … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mesothelioma Tagged With: mesothelioma, mesothelioma treatments, peritoneal mesothelioma

Biphasic Peritoneal Mesothelioma: A Lethal Clinical Entity

March 1, 2022 By Law Offices of Thomas J. Lamb, P.A.

Abstract:  Mesotheliomas are a rare malignancy of the serosal membrane. Mainly it affects the pleural surfaces followed by the second most common location, “peritoneum.” The disease follows an aggressive pattern of spread, and by the time the diagnosis is established, the condition significantly spreads to distant locations. Diagnosis of malignant … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mesothelioma Tagged With: biphasic peritoneal mesothelioma, mesothelioma, peritoneal mesothelioma

Incidence, treatment and survival of malignant pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma: a population-based study

February 15, 2022 By Law Offices of Thomas J. Lamb, P.A.

Introduction:  Malignant mesothelioma (MM) is an aggressive cancer that primarily arises from the pleura (MPM) or peritoneum (MPeM), mostly due to asbestos exposure. This study reviewed the Dutch population-based incidence, treatment and survival since the national ban on asbestos in 1993. Materials and methods:  Patients with MPM or MPeM … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asbestos, Mesothelioma Tagged With: malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), mesothelioma, mesothelioma diagnosis, mesothelioma treatments, peritoneal mesothelioma

Nivolumab versus placebo in patients with relapsed malignant mesothelioma (CONFIRM): a multicentre, double-blind, randomised, phase 3 trial

November 4, 2021 By Law Offices of Thomas J. Lamb, P.A.

Background:  No phase 3 trial has yet shown improved survival for patients with pleural or peritoneal malignant mesothelioma who have progressed following platinum-based chemotherapy. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy and safety of nivolumab [(Opdivo)], an anti-PD-1 antibody, in these patients. Methods:  This was a multicentre, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mesothelioma Tagged With: malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), mesothelioma treatments, Opdivo, peritoneal mesothelioma

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