A Multidisciplinary Cancer and Personalized Care
Our multidisciplinary team offers an in-depth diagnosis to develop evidence-based therapies and recommend advanced surgical techniques (when necessary) for mesothelioma treatment. Our main focus is on offering personalized care that aims to control the disease, alleviate symptoms, preserve organ function, and improve overall quality of life.
Comprehensive Evaluation to Accurately Diagnose Mesothelioma & Determine its Stage
Our specialists are backed by advanced imaging, tissue biopsy, and molecular testing to accurately diagnose and determine its stage. Every treatment plan is tailored based on the type of mesothelioma, disease stage, overall health status, and patient’s personal preferences.
Patient-Centered Approach Supported by Advanced Treatment Options
Our treatment programs integrate surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, and minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever appropriate. Our modern treatment strategies help lower complications, enhance recovery, and improve long-term health outcomes.
Mesothelioma Treatment at Asian Heart Institute
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that can form in the lining around the lungs (pleura) or abdominal organs (peritoneum). Rarely, it affects the sac around the heart (pericardium) or lining around the testicles (tunica vaginalis).
Mesothelioma, which is sometimes also known as malignant mesothelioma, is a fast-growing and deadly form of cancer. Symptoms of mesothelioma depend on where it is in the body, such as fever, night sweats, fatigue, unintended weight loss, chest or abdominal pain, cardiovascular and digestive symptoms, etc. These symptoms can be similar to other lung and chest conditions; that’s why early diagnosis can be challenging
Mesothelioma can spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. There is no single treatment that can cure mesothelioma on its own. Treatment options for malignant mesothelioma depend on the health and certain aspects of the cancer, such as its stage and where it is.
At Asian Heart Institute, our multidisciplinary team consists of thoracic surgeons, medical oncologists, pulmonologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pain management specialists, and nutrition experts to provide complete care. Backed by advanced diagnostic technologies, we provide a personalized treatment plan designed to improve survival rate, alleviate symptoms, and enhance quality of life.
Why Choose Us for Mesothelioma Treatment
Our specialists follow a patient-centered approach to deliver individualized treatment plans based on the latest accurate diagnosis and staging, clinical evidence, and international treatment protocols. We focus on comprehensive symptom management to offer long-term follow-up health benefits.
How Experts Diagnose Mesothelioma
Based on the symptoms and health history, experts might order the following tests to diagnose or rule out mesothelioma:
- Blood Tests
- Lung Function Tests
- Imaging Tests, Including Chest X-Rays and CT Scans
- PET (Positron Emission Tomography) Scans
- Draining Fluid From the Pleural or Abdominal Cavity (Thoracentesis or Paracentesis) to Look for Cancer Cells (Cytology)
- Biopsy
- Histopathological Examination and Immunohistochemistry
- Molecular testing
Treatment Options for Mesothelioma
Typically, no single treatment can cure mesothelioma on its own. The treatment depends on the overall health and certain aspects of the cancer, such as its stage and where it is.
Options could include:
- Surgery (Extrapleural Pneumonectomy (EPP), Pleurectomy with
- Decortication, Cytoreduction or Pericardiectomy)
- Immunotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted Therapies
- Radiation Therapy
- Palliative Care
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for Selected
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cases or Hyperthermic Intratoracic
- Chemotherapy (HITHOC) for selected Pleural Mesothelioma cases
- Nutritional Support
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Long-Term Surveillance and Follow-Up
How to Prepare for Mesothelioma Evaluation & Treatment
Here are the following recommendations:
- Tell your doctor if you are experiencing fever, breathlessness, fatigue, unintended weight loss, chest or abdominal pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting.
- Give your complete details of occupational and environmental exposure history, particularly any asbestos exposure.
- Inform your team if you have previous cancer treatments, including radiation therapy.
- Tell your team about all your medications and supplements that you are currently taking.
- Follow fasting instructions before biopsy, imaging, or surgery if recommended.
- Discuss all available treatment options and expected outcomes and make an informed decision.
- Arrange support for recovery after surgery or systemic treatment.
- Visit all the follow-up appointments.
FAQs
Q1. What are the causes of mesothelioma?
A: It’s not always clear what causes mesothelioma. However, asbestos exposure is the most common cause of mesothelioma. This cancer starts as an abnormal growth of cells in the mesothelium (which is a thin layer of tissue that covers many internal organs).
Q2. Can mesothelioma be prevented?
A: It is not completely possible to prevent mesothelioma. You can reduce your risk through the single most effective way, which is to completely avoid exposure to asbestos.
Q3. What are the types of mesothelioma?
A: Here are the types:
- Pleural mesothelioma (the most common type), which affects the lining of the lungs.
- Peritoneal mesothelioma (affects the lining of the abdominal and pelvic cavities).
- Pericardial mesothelioma (extremely rare), which affects the sac around the heart.
- Paratesticular mesothelioma (extremely rare), which affects the lining around the testicles.
Q4. Can mesothelioma be cured?
A: Mesothelioma is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage, which makes a complete cure challenging. However, early diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment can improve survival, alleviate symptoms, and improve quality of life.
