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Mesothelioma Flashcards

1
Q

What is it?

A

tumour of mesothelial cells of pleura

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2
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What is it strongly associated w ?

A

ASBESTOS

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3
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how does it present

A 
chest pain
SOB 
WL
Clubbing 
recurrent pleural effusions 
signs of metastases: lymphadenopathy, hepatomegaly, bone pain/tenderness, abdomen pain
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How is it diagnosed?

A

CXR + CT - unilateral pleural effusion + pleural thickening
Blood/straw coloured pleural fluid
Pleural biopsy

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What is the treatment?

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Surgery if v localised

resistant to surgery, chemo/radio

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What age does it usually occur

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60-80

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