Cystic Mesothelioma Treatment
Cystic mesothelioma is a form of mesothelioma that is rare and always benign. While it is not a form of cancer, it is still a serious illness that is hard to diagnose, requires long-term monitoring and has symptoms that may be painful.
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Description
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Cystic mesothelioma develops on the peritonium, which is the thin membrane surrounding the organs of the abdomen. The cysts that form are lined with a layer of benign mesothelial cells.
Diagnosis
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Cystic mesothelioma has proven to be difficult to diagnose. The use of extensive immunohistochemical studies, electron microscopy, and laboratory analysis are all necessary.
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Treatment
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Treatment may or may not be necessary depending on the symptoms or pain. To relieve pain, decompression or a partial excision can be used. Surgery, to remove the cysts, is usually the most effective treatment.
Who the Disease Affects
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Young women are most likely to be affected by cystic mesothelioma. However, since it is a benign form of mesothelioma, it has no effect on life expectancy.
Warning
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Even though surgery is considered the effective treatment, as it removes the cysts, there is a high rate of recurrence of cyst development.
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