PENNSYLVANIA- Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that can occur from breathing in asbestos- a hazardous material. Asbestos is particularly abundant in Pennsylvania and it is important to know treatment options if you are diagnosed with this disease. In Pennsylvania there are many hospitals that have centers that specifically treat those diagnosed with mesothelioma.
Fox Chase
At Fox Chase in Philadelphia, PA there are diagnostic tests done to determine if someone has mesothelioma and upon diagnosis doctors conduct pulmonary tests in order to assess the patient and find out the best method of treatment. Fox Chase has thoracic surgeons who are able to perform minimally invasive surgery. There are also oncologists who will help decide what the best treatment option is, whether that be immunotherapy, chemotherapy or other forms of therapy. Pulmonologists are able to treat pleural effusions, which are a common side effect of mesothelioma. Other things offered by Fox Chase include wig fittings, stress management, palliative care and social work and clinical trials for those interested.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Through the Penn Mesothelioma and Pleural Program, victims of mesothelioma can get treatment from experienced doctors, treating malignant mesothelioma in Philadelphia. The team at Penn can perform lung sparing surgery as well as photodynamic therapy. Photodynamic therapy consists of using a drug that is activated by light called a photosensitizer to kill cancer cells, such as the ones associated with mesothelioma. This type of treatment usually targets a specific part of the body. The team at Penn also consists of oncology patient navigators who are there to help. They do things such as making referrals, finding clinical trials (which Penn offers), coordinating appointments and more. The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania offers victims of mesothelioma home care services and hospice. This hospital specializes in surgery, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, photodynamic therapy, pleural mesothelioma and radiation therapy.
Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
This cancer center is located in Philadelphia, PA at Thomas Jefferson University. This center is very localized, so patients can get all of their care in one place. Different treatment options this center provides include brachytherapy, photodynamic therapy, robotically assisted esophagectomy, minimally invasive video-assisted thoracic surgery, transcervical thymectomy, interventional bronchoscopy and tracheal and bronchial sleeve resection.
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Penn Presbyterian in Philadelphia has a Mesothelioma and Pleural Program and is associated with the Abramson Cancer Center. Victims of Pleural mesothelioma can be treated at the Harron Lung Center. The program is focused on really helping patients and they have an emphasis on being compassionate towards all victims. Each patient gets a patient navigator that helps the patient throughout their journey. Penn Presbyterian Medical Center specializes in pleural disease, mesothelioma and clinical trials and experimental treatments.
The Wistar Institute Cancer Center
This center, located in Philadelphia, is responsible for identifying genes that are associated with monoclonal antibodies, of which are used for the treatment of mesothelioma. Monoclonal antibodies are designed by researchers and they target a specific antigen, such as cancer cells associated with mesothelioma. These antibodies are injected into the vein and can have some adverse side effects, including headache, fever, chills, weakness, nausea and more. The Institute specializes in cancer research, infectious disease and immunology.
The Temple Lung Center
Located in Philadelphia, the Temple Lung Center at the Temple University Hospital is a great source for the treatment of mesothelioma. This center’s aim is to use the least invasive treatment options as possible by doing chemotherapy and radiation along with surgeries. The Temple Lung Center also offers patients the chance to be a part of a clinical trial. Additionally, Nurse Navigators can be provided to patients who help answer any questions that patients may have throughout their treatment.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
This Cancer Center treats patients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Mesothelioma Specialty Care Center. The doctors at this center conduct specialized treatments for patients, like hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. This is also known as “hot therapy,” in which the abdominal cavity is filled with chemotherapy drugs after they are heated. This allows patients to have a more intense dose of chemotherapy. This type of therapy is used on patients with peritoneal mesothelioma, which affects about 20% of victims. Other treatment options like pleurectomy peritonectomy are used. The Mesothelioma Specialty Care Center also uses intensity-modulated radiation therapy and 4D computed tomography. Additionally, the center offers palliative care, pain management, social work and psychological services.
At the Halpern Law Firm, we are here to help those who may be in need of one of these treatment centers. We represent victims of mesothelioma and have won over $100 million for our clients. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma call 800-505-6000 today for a free case evaluation. We are available 24/7.
Sources:
https://www.mesothelioma.com/states/pennsylvania/treatment/
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