Abstract
Mesothelioma is one of the most aggressive human malignancies. In this article the research team of Dr. Michele Carbone reviewed the most significant scientific and medical advances in understanding the pathogenesis of mesothelioma and some novel preventive and therapeutic approaches that are being developed. The public health and litigation issues, together with the economics surrounding mesothelioma research and therapy are also discussed.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Asbestos / toxicity
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Compensation and Redress
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Humans
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Mesothelioma* / diagnosis
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Mesothelioma* / economics
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Mesothelioma* / etiology
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Mesothelioma* / therapy
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Peritoneal Neoplasms / diagnosis
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Peritoneal Neoplasms / economics
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Peritoneal Neoplasms / etiology
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Peritoneal Neoplasms / therapy
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Pleural Neoplasms / diagnosis
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Pleural Neoplasms / economics
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Pleural Neoplasms / etiology
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Pleural Neoplasms / therapy
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Public Health Administration