Malignant mesothelioma is an aggressive tumor of serosal surfaces, such as the pleura and the peritoneum. This tumor was once rare, but its incidence is increasing worldwide, probably as a result of widespread exposure to asbestos.
Malignant mesothelioma is the most serious of all asbestos-related diseases. Although uncommon, mesothelioma is no longer considered rare.
A malignant (cancerous) tumor of the mesothelium is called a malignant mesothelioma. As most mesothelial tumors are cancerous, malignant mesothelioma is often simply called mesothelioma.
Malignant mesothelioma is a very rare form of cancer, which occurs when malignant cancer cells collect in the thin layer of tissue that lines the chest cavity and protects the lungs, also called the pleura. It can also be found in the lining of the abdomen, or the peritoneum.
After malignant mesothelioma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body.
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