For phase 1 of this disease, mesothelioma surgery is the most commonly used treatment in the beginning. It is usually the first line of defense for pleural mesothelioma in stage 1. The usual procedures that are performed are pleurectomy and decortication, as well as extrapleural pneumonectomy.
After the operation the doctor can decide whether you also need chemotherapy or radiation. Some patients may not need these additional therapies.
For level 2 you have many treatment options available. Chemotherapy and radiation can be the best options in your case. An operation can also be a good option at this time. There are other experimental and alternative mesothelioma treatments that can slow the progression of the disease.
In phase 3 there are fewer treatment options for most types of mesothelioma. At the moment, the cancer has spread from the source and is located in other parts of the body. Treatments at the moment usually focus on the comfort of the patient and the quality of life.
In phase 4, the prognosis is unfavorable and the treatment options are limited. Cancer has normally spread throughout the body, in organs, bones and other structures. At this point most treatments are designed to easily manage pain and reduce symptoms.
Therapies such as chemotherapy and radiation are usually not used at the moment. Usually families will seek more support from a hospice program in their city. A cancer hospice team can provide detailed patient care and help relieve pain and support the family logistically. Patients who are currently in this phase may want to participate in clinical trials that provide an opportunity to delay the progression of the disease. [*]
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