Treatment options for mesothelioma include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy . The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the cancer, the location of the tumor, and the patient’s overall health . 

In some cases, a combination of treatments may be used . Surgery is often used to remove as much of the cancer as possible . Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors . Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells . Immunotherapy, which uses the body’s immune system to fight cancer, is another treatment option . Clinical trials may also be available for patients with mesothelioma .