Primary Effusion Lymphoma & Asbestos Exposure: A recent published article discussed a recent case of past asbestos exposure and the development of Primary effusion lymphoma (PEL), a subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and not mesothelioma. Mesothelioma cancer may be caused by direct asbestos exposure or secondary asbestos exposure (asbestos dust or asbestos fibers).
The Primary Effusion Lymphoma & Asbestos Exposure article documents a rare case of a past asbestos exposure victim being diagnosed with Primary Effusion Lymphoma, a subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and not mesothelioma.
- A brief abstract/summary of the article:
We report a case of PEL developed in a subject with past asbestos exposure - Primary effusion lymphoma (PEL) is one of the subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, usually presenting as serous effusions without detectable masses or organomegaly.
- A 65-year-old man was referred to our hospital because of dyspnea on exertion. He has smoked a little and was exposed asbestos for 3 years during engaged in the construction industry. A chest X-ray showed left pleural effusion.
To read more of the article, follow this link – October 28, 2014.
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