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Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 2008 Malignant mesothelioma is a fatal asbestos-associated malignancy originating from the lining cells (mesothelium) of the pleural and peritoneal cavities, as well as the pericardium and the tunica vaginalis.
Parker Robert J +2 more
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Phenotypes and karyotypes of human malignant mesothelioma cell lines. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2013 BackgroundMalignant mesothelioma is an aggressive tumour of serosal surfaces most commonly pleura. Characterised cell lines represent a valuable tool to study the biology of mesothelioma. The aim of this study was to develop and biologically characterise
Vandana Relan +13 more
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Epidemiology
, 2014 Primary malignant neoplasms of the pleura and peritoneum originate from the mesothelial cells that line the respective cavities. The majority of these tumors are mesotheliomas. Mesothelioma is a relatively rare but very severe neoplasm, Exposure to asbestos (primarily on the workplace) is the main cause of mesothelioma.
Paolo Boffetta, Boffetta, P.
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The experience of mesothelioma in Northern England [PDF]
, 2007 Mesothelioma is a potentially preventable fatal disease causing almost 2000 deaths/year in the UK, increasing in incidence, and lacking effective treatments.
Clayson, Helen
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Cancers, 2021 Malignant mesothelioma (MM) is a rare and aggressive cancer, related to chronic inflammation and oxidative stress caused mainly by exposure to asbestos [...]
Daniel L. Pouliquen, Joanna Kopecka
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Malignant Mesothelioma of the Tunica Vaginalis (Case Report)
Majallah-i Dānishgāh-i ’Ulūm-i Pizishkī-i Shahīd Ṣadūqī Yazd, 2009 Malignant mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis constitutes a very rare but often fatal malignancy of the male genitalia. This diagnosis should be suspected in patients exposed to asbestos and those presenting with clinical symptoms of either hydrocele or
MR Haji Esmaeili +7 more
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Epidemiological and Prognostic Differences in Malignant Mesothelioma Between Eastern China and SEER Database. [PDF]
Cancer SciFor long years, patients and clinicians in Eastern China used Western data as information foundation for management and treatment of malignant mesothelioma, due to its rarity and lack of deep investigation. This study updated the epidemiological data of malignant mesothelioma in Eastern China, and revealed better survival outcomes compared to Western ...
Li N +7 more
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Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma [PDF]
Future Oncology, 2009 Malignant pleural mesothelioma continues to be a challenge. The diagnosis and treatment of patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma requires a multidisciplinary approach. The diagnosis is best made by thoracoscopic biopsy and the aid of immunohistochemistry. Molecular studies identified inactivation of the neurofibromatosis-2 gene and INK4alpha/ARF
Stahel, R A +3 more
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Geographic distribution of malignant mesothelioma incidence and survival in Australia [PDF]
, 2022 Objectives: To understand the geographic distribution of and area-level factors associated with malignant mesothelioma incidence and survival in Australia.
Cameron, Jessica K. +23 more
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Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, 1989 Mesothelioma is a malignant tumour of the pleura or peritoneum caused by asbestos. It is increasing in frequency and the prognosis remains grim, with average survival around 1 year.Medical literature and personal experience.Amphibole fibres are far more potent than chrysotile in causing mesothelioma.A minority view suggests that mesotheliomas in those ...
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