Early detection of malignant pleural mesothelioma through measurement of soluble mesothelin-related protein and positron emission tomography.

Med J Aust · 2009

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A 51-year-old man with no known history of asbestos exposure presented with hydropneumothorax. Soluble mesothelin-related protein testing and combined positron emission tomography and computed tomography were used to diagnose malignant pleural mesothelioma. One year after radical surgery and radiotherapy, there was no clinical recurrence.