Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Mesothelioma New Treatments - Alimta, Brachytherapy, Chemotherapy, Photodynamic Therapy

Mesothelioma New Treatments - Alimta, Brachytherapy, Intracavitary Chemotherapy, Photodynamic Therapy

Despite the fact that mesothelioma survival rates have improved, a cure still eludes the medical community. But although a remedy is not yet available, today’s researchers are using clinical trials to look beyond standard treatments and explore new ways to help mesothelioma patients live longer and more comfortably.

Below are some advanced treatment approaches currently being developed and studied for their effectiveness in treating mesothelioma.

· Intracavitary chemotherapy
· Alimta
· Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
· Brachytherapy

Read more about each of the above from this press release

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