Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer of the tissues that line the mesothelium, the protective membrane that covers the lungs, chest walls, heart, and abdomen. Most cases of this cancer occur due ...

When a pleural effusion becomes severe, part of the lining may need to be removed. This procedure is known as pleurectomy and decortication (P/D). Pleural mesothelioma is often caused by inhaling tiny ...

ASCO Guidelines provide recommendations with comprehensive review and analyses of the relevant literature for each recommendation, following the guideline development process as outlined in the ASCO ...

The pleura (plural: pleurae) is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of lubricating fluid, known as pleural fluid, which helps cushion the lung and reduce ...