Staging Procedures to Diagnose Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Staging Procedures to Diagnose Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the accuracy of participants imaging versus staging procedures. The investigators will consent subjects that are scheduled to undergo staging procedures to diagnose malignant pleural mesothelioma (including pleuroscopy, bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound and laparoscopy) as part of their standard of care.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subject provides informed consent
• Subject is >18 years of age
• Subject is deemed competent for making medical decisions
• Subject is scheduled to undergo a staging pleuroscopy
• Subject is a surgical candidate
• A negative pregnancy test is required in women of child-bearing potential, as standard of care.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Subject is <18 years old.