Definition:
Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare cancer that normally occurs in the abdominal tissue.
Diagnosis:
For the initial diagnosis of this condition, a physical exam is conducted. Other tests such as x-ray, CT scan, biopsy and laparoscopy are conducted to confirm the diagnosis. After a positive diagnosis, the process called staging follows, wherein the doctor, through additional tests, determines the extent of the cancer.
Treatment:
The treatment for peritoneal mesothelioma includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and clinical trials, or a combination of all four.
Symptoms and Signs:
Symptoms of Peritoneal mesothelioma include pain in the abdomen and its swelling, abdominal tissue lumps, change in bowel habits as well as constipation and unexplained and sudden weight loss.
Causes:
Just like any cancer, it is mainly caused by the genetic mutation of the cells, the accumulation of which may later form a tumor. The combination of genetics and environmental factors may be contributive to this development.
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