Pleural plaques are the most common injury caused by asbestos exposure. Pleural plaques are areas of fibrosis on the inner surface of the rib cage and diaphragm and are often calcified.
While the development of extensive pleural plaques has been shown to restrict lung function; pleural plaques themselves are benign and do not become cancerous.
You may be aware of the legal avenues for mesothelioma and asbestosis sufferers to claim compensation but not be aware of the options for those with pleural plaques. Currently it is not possible to claim compensation in England or Wales for pleural plaques. However, you can claim for compensation through the courts for pleural plaques in Scotland.
For more information and clear helpful advice, we suggest that you contact a professional law firm with experts in asbestos related conditions such as Simpson Millar LLP.
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Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma Treatment Options
Its said that each year over 2000 to 3000 of malignant pleural Mesothelioma cases are reported and this number is double what was there in the previous years. Malignant pleural mesothelioma is caused due to prolonged exposure to Asbestos. Asbestos was discovered to be a health hazard back in the 1960′ and is said to be the main cause of plural mesothelioma. This is a rare type of cancer that attacks the lining of the lungs the (plural membrane) or mesothelium for the scientifically inclined.
Pleural mesothelioma can be cured but it all depends on the stage of the cancer, age and overall health. When the disease is detected in the early stages it can be contained through surgery. But over the past rarely have there been any mesothelioma survival cases. The disease is said to lower the prognosis of the patient to the point that being able to live for even a year is conisdered a a miracle.
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