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==Overview==
==Overview==
Secondary prevention strategies following mesothelioma include regular checkups, [[CXR|chest x-rays]], and/or [[CT|CT scans]] in high-risk individuals.<ref name=Findingmesotheliomaearly1>Finding mesothelioma early. Canadian cancer society 2016. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/mesothelioma/finding-cancer-early/?region=on. Accessed on February 15, 2016</ref>


==Secondary Prevention==
==Secondary Prevention==
When mesothelioma is detected and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Recognizing symptoms and getting regular checkups are the best ways to detect mesothelioma early. The sooner symptoms are reported, the sooner mesothelioma can be diagnosed and treated.<ref name=Findingmesotheliomaearly1>Finding mesothelioma early. Canadian cancer society 2016. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/mesothelioma/finding-cancer-early/?region=on. Accessed on February 15, 2016</ref>
===High-Risk Individuals===
*Individuals who are at higher than average risk of developing mesothelioma because of exposure to [[asbestos]] may need to be tested more often than people with average risk.<ref name=Findingmesotheliomaearly1>Finding mesothelioma early. Canadian cancer society 2016. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/mesothelioma/finding-cancer-early/?region=on. Accessed on February 15, 2016</ref>
*Individuals who are at higher than average risk should consult their physician about screening methods. The various screening tools for mesothelioma may include:<ref name=Findingmesotheliomaearly1>Finding mesothelioma early. Canadian cancer society 2016. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/mesothelioma/finding-cancer-early/?region=on. Accessed on February 15, 2016</ref>
:*Regular checkups
:*[[CXR|Chest x-rays]]
:*[[CT|CT scans]]


==References==
==References==
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Parminder Dhingra, M.D. [2], Sujit Routray, M.D. [3]

Overview

Secondary prevention strategies following mesothelioma include regular checkups, chest x-rays, and/or CT scans in high-risk individuals.[1]

Secondary Prevention

When mesothelioma is detected and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Recognizing symptoms and getting regular checkups are the best ways to detect mesothelioma early. The sooner symptoms are reported, the sooner mesothelioma can be diagnosed and treated.[1]

High-Risk Individuals

  • Individuals who are at higher than average risk of developing mesothelioma because of exposure to asbestos may need to be tested more often than people with average risk.[1]
  • Individuals who are at higher than average risk should consult their physician about screening methods. The various screening tools for mesothelioma may include:[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Finding mesothelioma early. Canadian cancer society 2016. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/mesothelioma/finding-cancer-early/?region=on. Accessed on February 15, 2016