MARS Feasibility Trial: Conclusions not Supported by Data

The value of extra-pleural pneumonectomy (EPP) in the context of multimodality therapy for patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma is controversial. Several phase 2 studies have been reported on the role of neoadjuvant chemotherapy, EPP, and postoperative radiotherapy. In this article posted in The Lacent, the MARS trial attempted to assess the efficacy of the EPP.

Be sure to read Dr. Tom Treasure's response.

*** Posted November 7, 2011 ***