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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Mesothelial hyperplasia | |||
| synonyms = Reactive mesothelial hyperplasia | |||
| field = [[Pathology]] | |||
| symptoms = Often asymptomatic, may be associated with [[pleural effusion]] | |||
| complications = Can be mistaken for [[mesothelioma]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = [[Inflammation]], [[infection]], [[trauma]], [[surgery]], [[asbestos]] exposure | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Histopathology]] | |||
| differential = [[Mesothelioma]], [[metastatic carcinoma]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good if underlying cause is treated | |||
| frequency = | |||
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'''Mesothelial Hyperplasia''' is a pathological condition characterized by the excessive growth of [[mesothelial cells]], which line the [[pleura]], [[peritoneum]], [[pericardium]] and [[tunica vaginalis]]. This condition is often benign and can be a response to inflammation or injury. However, it can sometimes be mistaken for [[malignant mesothelioma]], a serious type of cancer that also affects the mesothelial cells. | '''Mesothelial Hyperplasia''' is a pathological condition characterized by the excessive growth of [[mesothelial cells]], which line the [[pleura]], [[peritoneum]], [[pericardium]] and [[tunica vaginalis]]. This condition is often benign and can be a response to inflammation or injury. However, it can sometimes be mistaken for [[malignant mesothelioma]], a serious type of cancer that also affects the mesothelial cells. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Mesothelial hyperplasia is often caused by inflammation or injury to the mesothelium. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including [[surgery]], [[infection]], [[trauma]], or exposure to [[asbestos]]. In some cases, the cause of the hyperplasia is unknown. | Mesothelial hyperplasia is often caused by inflammation or injury to the mesothelium. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including [[surgery]], [[infection]], [[trauma]], or exposure to [[asbestos]]. In some cases, the cause of the hyperplasia is unknown. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of mesothelial hyperplasia can be challenging, as its symptoms and appearance can be similar to those of malignant mesothelioma. It is typically diagnosed through a combination of [[medical imaging]], [[biopsy]], and [[histopathology]]. The use of [[immunohistochemistry]] can also be helpful in distinguishing between benign hyperplasia and malignant mesothelioma. | Diagnosis of mesothelial hyperplasia can be challenging, as its symptoms and appearance can be similar to those of malignant mesothelioma. It is typically diagnosed through a combination of [[medical imaging]], [[biopsy]], and [[histopathology]]. The use of [[immunohistochemistry]] can also be helpful in distinguishing between benign hyperplasia and malignant mesothelioma. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for mesothelial hyperplasia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the inflammation or injury. This may include [[antibiotics]] for infections, [[surgery]] to repair damage, or [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]] for malignant conditions. In some cases, no treatment is necessary, and the condition will resolve on its own. | Treatment for mesothelial hyperplasia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the inflammation or injury. This may include [[antibiotics]] for infections, [[surgery]] to repair damage, or [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]] for malignant conditions. In some cases, no treatment is necessary, and the condition will resolve on its own. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for mesothelial hyperplasia is generally good, as it is a benign condition. However, it is important to monitor the condition closely, as it can sometimes progress to malignant mesothelioma. | The prognosis for mesothelial hyperplasia is generally good, as it is a benign condition. However, it is important to monitor the condition closely, as it can sometimes progress to malignant mesothelioma. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Mesothelioma]] | * [[Mesothelioma]] | ||
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* [[Mesothelium]] | * [[Mesothelium]] | ||
* [[Histopathology]] | * [[Histopathology]] | ||
[[Category:Pathology]] | [[Category:Pathology]] | ||
[[Category:Cell biology]] | [[Category:Cell biology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:55, 4 April 2025
| Mesothelial hyperplasia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Reactive mesothelial hyperplasia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, may be associated with pleural effusion |
| Complications | Can be mistaken for mesothelioma |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Inflammation, infection, trauma, surgery, asbestos exposure |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Histopathology |
| Differential diagnosis | Mesothelioma, metastatic carcinoma |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good if underlying cause is treated |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Mesothelial Hyperplasia is a pathological condition characterized by the excessive growth of mesothelial cells, which line the pleura, peritoneum, pericardium and tunica vaginalis. This condition is often benign and can be a response to inflammation or injury. However, it can sometimes be mistaken for malignant mesothelioma, a serious type of cancer that also affects the mesothelial cells.
Causes[edit]
Mesothelial hyperplasia is often caused by inflammation or injury to the mesothelium. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including surgery, infection, trauma, or exposure to asbestos. In some cases, the cause of the hyperplasia is unknown.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of mesothelial hyperplasia can be challenging, as its symptoms and appearance can be similar to those of malignant mesothelioma. It is typically diagnosed through a combination of medical imaging, biopsy, and histopathology. The use of immunohistochemistry can also be helpful in distinguishing between benign hyperplasia and malignant mesothelioma.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for mesothelial hyperplasia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the inflammation or injury. This may include antibiotics for infections, surgery to repair damage, or chemotherapy or radiation therapy for malignant conditions. In some cases, no treatment is necessary, and the condition will resolve on its own.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for mesothelial hyperplasia is generally good, as it is a benign condition. However, it is important to monitor the condition closely, as it can sometimes progress to malignant mesothelioma.
