~ Archive for December, 2006 ~

Mesothelioma with non-pleural malignancy

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Interesting study out of the UK.  Four women with pleural effusions were determined to have malignancies.  The authors conclude:

“The diagnosis of malignant pleural mesotheliomas should be actively
considered in all patients presenting with effusion relating to
previous malignancies regardless of asbestos history.”

Orphan drug status for onconase?

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Alfacell applied for orphan drug status for onconase, partly because it may be used to treat mesothelioma.  The drug is currently in Phase III trials.


 

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