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Mesothelioma Prognosis
When a patient learns of a mesothelioma diagnosis, a doctor will typically discuss their prognosis, or the usual course the cancer will take, based upon several different factors. A mesothelioma prognosis is typically impacted by the following:
Early Detection: When mesothelioma is detected early, the prognosis is generally more favorable, as the cancer may not have spread to other parts of the body and may be more receptive to various treatments and surgery. The most common risk factor associated with mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. Those who have been exposed to asbestos may wish to alert their doctor, as this may aid in the early detection of mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease.
Stage of Mesothelioma: Doctors typically discuss the severity of a patient's cancer in terms of stages, ranging from Stage 1 to Stage 4. Patients with Stage 3 or Stage 4 mesothelioma will typically have a poorer prognosis than patients with Stage 1 or Stage 2 mesothelioma.
For example, in a study published in the European Respiratory Journal involving 167 patients with pleural mesothelioma, participants with Stage 1 pleural mesothelioma survived for 359 days, while those with Stage 3 or Stage 4 (combined) mesothelioma survived approximately 112 days. In general, treatment options are typically more limited and surgery may not be an option once the cancer has progressed beyond Stage 2.
Type of Mesothelioma: A patient’s prognosis can be affected depending upon whether they are diagnosed with pleural, peritoneal, pericardial or testicular mesothelioma. Statistics show that approximately 10 percent of patients with pleural mesothelioma will survive for five years following diagnosis. Statistically speaking, pleural mesothelioma patients have the most optimistic prognosis.
Cell Type: Mesothelioma histology impacts a patient's prognosis, as those with epithelial mesothelioma have a greater life expectancy than those with sarcomatoid or biphasic mesothelioma.
Overall Health: Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma who are otherwise healthy may have an easier time undergoing intensive treatment, such as chemotherapy, than someone with pre-existing health issues. Additionally, non-smokers often have a better prognosis than patients who smoke.
Size and Location of the Tumor: The size and location of a patient's tumor can impact their prognosis. Patients with tumors that have progressed or spread to other parts of the body generally have a poorer prognosis. Patients with tumors that may be surgically removed often have a better prognosis.
Progression of Symptoms: Patients who are experiencing serious symptoms of mesothelioma, such as chest pain or shortness of breath, may have a weakened prognosis, because the prevalence of mesothelioma symptoms often indicates the cancer has progressed to a later stage of development.
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