Mesothelioma diagnosis – information and advice
There are a number of methods used to diagnose mesothelioma depending on the severity and symptoms of the patient. These include:
- Chest x-ray
Often used in conjunction with a CT scan, this test can show lung mass and any lymph nodes
- MRI scan
This helps to determine the lung capacity
- CT scan
This can show abnormal swellings in body organs or lymph nodes. The patient may be given an injection of dye called ‘contrast’ before the scan, which will help to make the scan clearer to read
- Thoracoscopy
This is a small operation usually performed by a specialist surgeon under a general anaesthetic. A small incision is made in your chest wall and a thoracoscope is inserted through the hole. Using forceps the doctor can take a biopsy. This is then sent to a laboratory for testing to see if there are any cancer cells.
Bronchoscopy
A tube called a bronchoscope is put into the airway and, using an eyepiece, the doctor can see into the airways. Biopsies (samples of tissue) can also be taken during this procedure. These are then sent to a laboratory for testing to see if there are any cancer cells present.
- Laparoscopy
This is a small operation done under general anaesthetic. A tube with a camera and a light is put into your abdomen through a small cut. Your doctor can look inside to see whether there is any sign of cancer. The doctor will take samples (biopsies) of any abnormal looking areas which will then be sent to the laboratory for examination under a microscope.
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