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A test for mesothelioma helps diagnose the disease in its early stages which can mean a quicker intervention and symptom relief. Developed by a team at Oxford University, the test looks at levels of a protein closely linked to the cancer in fluid around the lungs.
Around 90% of mesothelioma sufferers show signs of pleural effusion which is where fluid builds up in the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs. Although the symptom is associated with other diseases including other forms of cancers, the researchers looked at finding specific characteristics linked with mesothelioma to distinguish it from other illnesses.
Previous tests for the disease involved carrying out a pleural fluid cytology which is a lab test which looks for cancerous cells. However the test has been criticised by the Oxford team for not being sensitive enough to give a reliable enough result.
The Oxford researchers took pleural fluid samples from over 200 patients who had been referred to a specialist respiratory clinic. They then looked at levels of meothelin which is a protein released in high quantities in the pleural fluid of most patients with mesothelioma.
Their results found that levels of the protein were almost six times higher in patients with the cancer than in those with secondary lung cancers, and 10 times greater than those with benign conditions.
Early mesothelioma diagnosis allows for earlier intervention and symptom relief
Dr Helen Davies, who worked on the research in 2009, said, "This study suggests a way for clinicians to more readily identify cases of mesothelioma from the start. Minimising the number of invasive procedures and tests patients require is crucial to reduce morbidity and the time they need to spend in hospital."
With an earlier diagnosis, earlier interventions can be made to relieve symptoms as well as initiating treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy if appropriate. Once the diagnosis has been made, sufferers can also make claims for worker's compensation.
YouClaim can help you make a claim for the compensation you deserve
At YouClaim, we want to help you achieve compensation for the suffering caused by mesothelioma. If you have contracted the disease through your employer's negligence then it is highly likely YouClaim can help you. It will not cost you anything to carry out a personal injury claim with us as our panel of solicitors work on a no win, no fee basis.
Regardless of whether your claim is successful or not, we won't charge you for costs or fees at any time. We will assess your claim and put together supporting evidence, referring you to an independent medical expert. Your no win, no fee solicitor will then talk through each stage of the claims process and provide you with free legal advice.
Please call YouClaim for free on 0800 10 757 95 if you wish to pursue a claim for your mesothelioma.
