Module

Novel Developments in the Treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma

Source: Novel Developments in the Treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma

Novel Developments in the Treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma

Faculty:

Marcelo C. DaSilva, MD, FACS, FCCP
David J. Sugarbaker, MD

CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: January 26, 2010

Expiration Date: January 25, 2011

Physicians: maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe the epidemiological patterns, pathogenesis, and histology of mesothelioma
Articulate the key diagnostic features of malignant pleural mesothelioma
Cite clinical trial data supporting the use of specific first-line chemotherapy regimens and the role of multimodality therapy for the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma
Discuss recent data on emerging targeted agents for the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma

Topics covered include:

Epidemiology and Pathogenesis of Mesothelioma
Anatomy and Histologic Subtypes of Mesothelioma
Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis of Metastatic Pleural Mesothelioma
Staging of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Current Treatment Options
Current Treatment Options: Surgery
Current Treatment Options: Multimodality Therapy
Current Treatment Options: Chemotherapy
Current Treatment Options: Targeted Biologic Therapy
The Future of Mesothelioma Treatment
Conclusion

Abstract

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