What are the Pericardial Mesothelioma Treatment options ?

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Due to the close proximity to the heart (practically on it) most pericardial mesothelioma sufferers won't have to undergo surgery in order to remove the cancer.

Pericardial mesothelioma develops practically on the heart, therefore any 'treatment' would be to relieve the pressure on the heart. If the tumors are small, and haven't propagated to the chest wall, lymph nodes, or lungs then surgery can sometimes be successfully performed.

Any attempts at radiation or surgery are extrememly risky, therefore most of the time the only option left is somethign known as palliative treatment. Since radiation may damage the lungs as well as the heart itself, doctors tend to favor palliative treatment because they remove excess fluid from the pericardium. This procedure is called fine needle aspiration.

Are you or a loved one experiencing any pericardial mesothelioma symptoms ?

The prognosis for pericardial mesothelioma is grim, with survival rates rearely surpassing half a year. You'd be fortunate to live more than 2 years.