List The Different Types Of Biopsies That May Be Performed To Diagnose Mesothelioma

1. Thorascopy. An incision is made between the ribs allowing a small camera inside the chest cavity to allow the surgeon to look inside the patient's chest. Once the surgeon identifies affected tissues, a small portion of tissue is removed for biopsy.
2. Laparoscopy. This is the same procedure as above, but the incision is made into the abdomen so it can be explored and biopsied.
3. Thoracotomy. This is a more invasive procedure in which a patient undergoes surgery to open the chest so the surgeon can examine the tissues directly and gather a tissue sample.
4. Laparotomy. This procedure is similar to a thoracotomy, but the abdomen area is opened and examined.

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