Mesothelioma
A mesothelioma is a malignant tumour that develops on the pleura (lung lining). Should you be diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, we're dedicated to providing you with the highest level of personalised treatment and care, led by our team of experts
About mesothelioma
Need to know
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Symptoms of malignant mesothelioma icon plus
- dry cough
- shortness of breath
- chest pain
- fatigue
- weight loss
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Diagnosis icon plus
A thorascopy is used to diagnose mesothelioma. This is a minimally-invasive surgical procedure that involves draining fluid from your chest cavity and then taking a biopsy (sample) of your lung lining. This biopsy will then be sent away and tested for cancer. -
Potential treatment options icon plus
Whilst there isn't a cure for malignant mesothelioma, we offer treatments and therapies that can help to improve your symptoms. If you've been diagnosed with mesothelioma, your HCA UK oncologist will explain our treatments and therapies to you. Whilst surgery plays an essential role in treating the cancer, you may also receive chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy.
Our consultants
London Mesothelioma Service
Our dedicated multidisciplinary teams across The Lister Hospital and London Bridge Hospital are highly experienced, with specialist expertise in treating patients with mesothelioma. Our surgeons have been involved in multiple clinical trials and procedures with excellent postoperative outcomes.
We offer the full range of diagnostic procedures and therapies, and also specialise in pain management and nutrition. Mesothelioma treatment may involve chemotherapy, surgery and radiotherapy in selected cases. We have also access to clinical trials providing access to new drugs through the HCA Sarah Cannon Centre with state of the art imaging, chemotherapy and radiotherapy facilities.
As the only dedicated mesothelioma clinic in Europe, we are open to various invasive and non-invasive therapies, whilst utilising the most innovative technology. Yet despite our committed approach, we fully understand that decades of practice have proven that mesothelioma cannot be cured by one treatment or consultant alone.
Our team is thus comprised of experts, each with over 15 years sub-specialist experience in areas such as:
- Chest medicine
- Interventional radiology
- Thoracic surgery
- Anaesthesia and intensive care medicine
- Radiation and medical oncology
- Pathology
- Palliative care and pain management
It is our belief that every mesothelioma patient should be offered the opportunity to discuss all available therapies, and to make an informed decision about treatment after receiving the most suitable recommendations from our team.
Our facilities
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Contact our experienced cancer team
Any questions about our cancer services or treatment? We're happy to advise you or help you book an appointment with a cancer specialist consultant.
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020 3553 9477