Treatment options

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Is surgery effective in relieving the symptoms of mesothelioma?

Treatment options

Surgery for mesothelioma can provide symptomatic relief and sometimes the bulk of the tumor can be removed. Surgery is often used in combination with other treatments (known as multi-modal treatments), but its value is very limited if the tumor is near any vital organs.

   

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