Disease: mesothelioma (mesothelioma)

Mesothelioma (mesothelioma) is a tumor that affects the serous (pleura and peritoneum). Its origin is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos (asbestos) used in construction as insulation material, even if the exposure to this material took place from 20 to 50 years before the onset of mesothelioma (mesothelioma ). That is why it causes legal consequences for patients worldwide.The average age of diagnosis is 60 years and observed more frequently in males.The classic symptoms of mesothelioma (mesothelioma) are dyspepsia (difficulty breathing), chest pain, cough and weight loss.
Diagnosis of mesothelioma (mesothelioma)The diagnosis of this type of tumor is initially based on image tests (chest X-ray, scanner, ...), followed by diagnostic pathology (pleural fluid cytology and lung biopsy).

Treatment:
The treatment of mesothelioma (mesothelioma) is based on the early surgery combined with chemotherapy and radiotherapy, as well as accompanying measures (analgesia, oxygen).
Prognosis:
Once the diagnosis of mesothelioma (mesothelioma) achieved, the prognosis depends on the progress of the tumor and the possibility of complete surgical treatment. However, the average lifespan is often 4 to 18 months, although these figures vary from one study to another.Support groups formed by patients with mesothelioma (mesothelioma) are a big help for information on the subject or to render aid psicologique.
Mesothelioma is now a notifiable disease
Asbestos fibers, when inhaled can cause lung diseases that may occur decades after exposure, including lung cancer, cancer of the pleura, peritoneum mesothelioma.Decree No. 2012-47 of 16 January 2012, completes the list of diseases that are subject to a mandatory provision of personal data to the health authority by adding mesothelioma in the official list of notifiable diseases.This obligation to report any new cases of mesothelioma should better track the number of cases of mesothelioma occurring in France and understand a possible link with a non-occupational exposure to asbestos.Environmental investigations will be carried out when no occupational exposure to asbestos has been identified.3 people whose cause of mesothelioma can be explained by non-occupational exposure to asbestos will be surveyed:
 

    women
    under 50 years
    not localized mesothelioma pleura, including the peritoneum.
Mesothelioma resulting from occupational exposure are compensated by Table No. 30 diseases of the general scheme and Table No. 47 the agricultural system.
How to report a new case of mesothelioma?
To report a new case, the physician must complete the dedicated "pathologist" or "clinician, date it, sign it and send it by fax to the doctor quickly the LRA, the number on the form.