Pleural mesothelioma

Introduction to pleural mesothelioma Pleural mesothelioma is a primary pleural tumor and is a tumor derived from the visceral, parietal, mediastinal or transverse pleura. The incidence rate abroad is higher than domestic, each being 0.07~0.11% and 0.04%. Mortality accounts for less than 1% of all tumors worldwide. There has been a clear upward trend in recent years. More than 50 years old, the ratio of men to women is 2:1. Related to asbestos exposure. At present, the malignant type still lacks effective treatment methods. Pleural mesothelioma, often associated with exposure to asbestos, therefore, pay attention to labor protection, reduce or avoid contact with asbestos is an effective measure to prevent this disease. Most of the limited types are benign, and the surgical treatment effect is good; even in the case of malignant diffuse type, the application of doxorubicin-based chemotherapy can achieve a positive effect, which can greatly prolong the survival period. basic knowledge The proportion of illness: 0.0003% Susceptible people: no special people Mode of infection: non-infectious complication:

Causes of pleural mesothelioma

Nitrosamines, fiberglass, hydrocyanic acid, strontium oxide, strontium and other lung diseases (such as tuberculosis and chemicals and lipid aspiration pneumonia) can cause pleural mesothelioma.

Pleural mesothelioma prevention

Pleural mesothelioma, often associated with exposure to asbestos, therefore, pay attention to labor protection, reduce or avoid contact with asbestos is an effective measure to prevent this disease. Most of the limited types are benign, and the surgical treatment effect is good; even in the case of malignant diffuse type, the application of doxorubicin-based chemotherapy can achieve a positive effect, which can greatly prolong the survival period.

Pleural mesothelioma complications Complication

Pleural mesothelioma is a primary pleural tumor and is a tumor derived from the visceral, parietal, mediastinal or transverse pleura.

Symptoms of pleural mesothelioma Common symptoms Chest pain with dyspnea After a breathless breath sounds weakened chest pain Progressive wasting

Clinical manifestation

1. Those with limited type may have no obvious discomfort or only chest pain and shortness of breath after activity.

2. Diffuse type has more severe chest pain, shortness of breath, weight loss and so on.

3. The thoracic activity of the affected side is limited, full, percussive dullness, and the breath sounds are reduced or disappeared.

4. There may be swelling of the supraclavicular fossa and axillary lymph nodes.

Examination of pleural mesothelioma

Auxiliary inspection

Chest radiography and pleural fluid examination for the screening of the disease. Chest CT or MRI should be performed as much as possible; thoracoscopy can confirm the diagnosis of living tissue.

Diagnosis and differentiation of pleural mesothelioma

1. Chest pain, shortness of breath, weight loss and other symptoms.

2. Pleural effusion and signs of pleural thickening.

3. Chest X-ray or chest CT see pleural nodules.

4. Thoracoscopy can be seen in the nodules, and the active tissue can be clamped to determine the cause of the disease.

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