Mesothelioma, Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Pleura
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether radiation therapy decreases tumor size and tumor spread. The investigators will consent subjects that have been diagnosed with mesothelioma and will undergo radiation therapy followed by surgical resection as their standard of care. The investigators will collect data from past and future medical records as well as data regarding their health status for their lifetime by reviewing life status, treatment status and CT scans.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Mayo Clinic
Study design
Observational model
CASE_ONLY
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Subject provides informed consent * Subject is \>18 years of age * Subject is deemed competent for making medical decisions * Subject is scheduled to undergo radiation followed by extrapleural pneumonectomy. * Subject is a surgical candidate * A negative pregnancy test is required in women of child-bearing potential, as standard of care.
Exclusion criteria
* Subject is \<18 years old.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Survival status upon review of patient records annually | Up to 10 years |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed