Mesothelioma
The Purpose of Clinical Trials for Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer. While it primarily affects the lungs (80 percent of cases), it can also appear on the outer lining of the abdomen, the heart, or the testicles. Asbestos exposure has been linked to causing mesothelioma. Since mesothelioma is so aggressive, prognosis is poor, with a life expectancy of 14 to 22 months following…
Read MoreThe Burden of Proof for Mesothelioma Claims
Asbestos inhalation or ingestion can cause cancer of the lung, larynx, and ovaries, and mesothelioma. According to the World Health Organization, roughly half of deaths from occupational cancer are estimated to be caused by asbestos. Lawsuits and claims have provided mesothelioma victims with compensation for their disease. However, an asbestos mesothelioma claim can be lost if…
Read MoreFirst Discoveries of Diseases Caused By Asbestos
sbestos is a mineral naturally grown in the earth, which was mined for its unique qualities. Asbestos was used in machinery, ships and equipment, and in the construction industry. Asbestos is an ideal material to guard against fire and heat. Many workers unknowingly inhaled asbestos daily. However, asbestos is a toxic material now known to…
Read MoreStatistics About Asbestos Related Diseases & U.S. Death Rates
Asbestos is a group of naturally grown silica minerals found in rocks and soil. Asbestos has been mined and utilized in many products worldwide throughout the 20th century. In the U. S., mining of asbestos has been outlawed, but asbestos is still found in old homes and buildings, and some products still contain asbestos. Disturbing asbestos minerals…
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