Treatment - Surgery
In surgical treatment, the tissue in the affected area is cut out. This may involve removing part of the organ depending on the size of the affected area. Following are the different types of surgical treatment options that are available.
a. Pneumonectomy
Pneumonectomy is one of the most commonly used surgical procedure.
It can be used for pleural mesothelioma and involves the removal of the diseased lung. An extra-pleural pneumonectomy may be necessary depending upon the spread of the disease, and this may involve the removal of parts of the diaphragm as well as the lung. There is a high risk factor with this surgery, and its viability is dependant upon the patient’s overall health, smoking habits and the extent of the asbestos exposure.
b. Pleurectomy
In Pleurectomy, part of the chest, abdominal lining and surrounding tissue are removed.