Occupational and environmental lung diseasesPleural and Pulmonary DiseasesSoft tissue tumor case studies

N. Baldes, M. Metzenmacher, F. Doerr, Konstantinos Grapatsas, N. Guberina, Balazs Hegedüs, M. Guberina, H. Hautzel, M. Stuschke, M. Schuler, S. Bölükbas

2026.4.29Nowotwory

DOI: 10.5603/njo.108985

Abstract

Malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare and aggressive malignancy primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Over the past decade, treatment strategies have evolved significantly, incorporating advancements in systemic therapies, immunotherapy, and personalized medicine. Multimodality treatment — integrating surgery, systemic therapy, and radiotherapy — may improve outcomes in carefully selected patients. This manuscript provides an overview of current treatment modalities for pleural mesothelioma (PM), emphasizing recent developments and emerging therapies.

Citation format

BALDES, N., et al. Current treatment strategies in mesothelioma. Nowotwory, 2026, 76(2): 98–107.