Surgery for mesothelioma

Some people might have surgery to try to remove pleural mesothelioma. The aim is to try and keep the disease under control and help you to stay well for as long as possible.

Surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma isn't very common. To have surgery, you must be very fit and have early stage peritoneal mesothelioma.

Your pre assessment appointment prepares you for your mesothelioma operation. You also and meet the team who are involved with your surgery.

You might go into hospital the day before, or on the day of your surgery.

After having mesothelioma surgery, you may feel overwhelmed. Find out what to expect just after surgery and when you go home.