Abstract
Malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare cancer with a poor prognosis. The disease is of importance, since the incidence in Denmark is increasing despite cessation of the use of asbestos in the 1980s. MPM has a long latency period, and the first symptom is often dyspnoea, typically caused by pleural effusion. The diagnosis is a challenge, because cytology often is non-conclusive, and thoracoscopy is needed to obtain biopsies for immunohistochemistry. The occupational history is important, since the patients are entitled to compensation. The treatment is often limited to palliation.
Bidragets oversatte titel | Malignant pleural mesothelioma |
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Originalsprog | Dansk |
Artikelnummer | V06170439 |
Tidsskrift | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
Vol/bind | 180 |
Udgave nummer | 15 |
Sider (fra-til) | 1-6 |
Antal sider | 6 |
ISSN | 0041-5782 |
Status | Udgivet - 2018 |