An overview on multimodal imaging for the diagnostic workup of pleural mesothelioma

Jpn J Radiol. 2024 Jan;42(1):16-27. doi: 10.1007/s11604-023-01480-5. Epub 2023 Sep 7.

Abstract

Pleural mesothelioma (PM) is an aggressive disease that has a strong causal relationship with asbestos exposure and represents a major challenge from both a diagnostic and therapeutic viewpoint. Despite recent improvements in patient care, PM typically carries a poor outcome, especially in advanced stages. Therefore, a timely and effective diagnosis taking advantage of currently available imaging techniques is essential to perform an accurate staging and dictate the most appropriate treatment strategy. Our aim is to provide a brief, but exhaustive and up-to-date overview of the role of multimodal medical imaging in the management of PM.

Keywords: Multimodal imaging; Pleural mesothelioma; Radiomics; Staging.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mesothelioma* / diagnostic imaging
  • Mesothelioma* / etiology
  • Multimodal Imaging
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Pleural Neoplasms* / diagnostic imaging
  • Pleural Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Risk Factors