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Archive for the 'Biphasic or Mixed' Category

Combination of epithilioid and sarcomatoid mesothelioma types. Approximately 20-35% of cases are classified as mixed or biphasic mesothelioma.

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November 1st, 2005. Recognition of histopathologic patterns of diffuse malignant mesothelioma in differential diagnosis of pleural biopsies

Conclusion: Pathologists should be aware of the varied histologic patterns of diffuse malignant mesothelioma when evaluating pleural biopsies.

May 1st, 2005. Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma in women: a study of 75 cases with emphasis on their morphologic spectrum and differential diagnosis

The varied morphology of peritoneal malignant mesotheliomas may raise a broad differential diagnosis, but in most cases the resemblance to other tumors is limited. Histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, and electron microscopy may provide important aid, particularly when tissue is limited, but should be needed only occasionally.

May 1st, 2005. P16 loss and mitotic activity predict poor survival in patients with peritoneal malignant mesothelioma

Conclusions: Biphasic histology, increased mitotic rate, and p16 loss were independently associated with poorer survival in peritoneal malignant mesothelioma. Among the trimodal treated patients, increased mitotic rate was associated with increased risk of death.

April 1st, 2005. Mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis testis: report of 2 cases with asbestos occupational exposure

There is no evidence of recurrence at 2-year follow-up. The patient had been exposed to asbestos 52 years previously for a 5-year period.