Mesothelioma cancer care
Mesothelioma are uncommon tumours arising from the mesothelial surfaces (pleural and peritoneum). It is more common in males
Diagnosis and treatment options
- We offer expert pathology assessment to confirm the diagnosis
- We work in conjunction with thoracic surgeons at Toronto East General Hospital to use VATS (video assisted thorascopic sugery) to acquire pleural biopsies for diagnosis
- We offer multidisciplinary management of mesothelioma (radiation, extra-pleural pneumonectomy and chemotherapy)
- Our EPIC (Effusion Procedure Interprofessional Clinic) and TRAPP (Treatment of Respiratory and Pleural-based Problems) clinics assist in management of effusions related to mesothelioma
- Our social workers assist with applications for workers’ compensation (if applicable), and with connecting with community resources and with patient groups
Supportive care and information
Clinical trials
We are active in clinical trials.
