Monthly Archives: September 2011

Staging – Mesothelioma

The staging for patients with malignant mesothelioma is carried out radiographically and/or surgically. Imaging studies – These are commonly used for the evaluation of patients with suspected resectable malignant mesothelioma. Potential options available include CT, MRI, PET, and integrated PET/CT. Chest CT – This is useful in identifying invasion of the ribs, chest wall and