New Treatment for Meothelioma to be Tested
As reported by Asbestos.com, scientists in Greece have tested the effectiveness of combining gemcitabine and docetaxel for the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma.
"Pleural mesothelioma is a rare cancer that develops in the lining of the lungs. The primary cause of this illness is exposure to asbestos and those who contract this cancer have often worked in industries ranging from shipyards to construction sites to power and chemical plants." - from same article.
It's a pretty good read; visit the entire article if you want more detail on how this new treatment might work.
